Photos: In this part of the world, nearly every chile pepper farmer is a woman
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Photos: In this part of the world, nearly every chile pepper farmer is a woman

Kamala Thiagarajan | April 19, 2026

Chile peppers are a traditional part of Indian cuisine — and a key crop for women farmers. They say it's too demanding for men. "In spite of the challenges," says one, "we've found freedom."

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