The Future of Farming is Female
The majority of farmers I know and meet are men, and the women are just considered the support system that don't get credit for all of the work they do to make sure everything runs smoothly. However, there is a growing population of females working hard to forge their own paths in agriculture and they deserve recognition too. Starting businesses, expanding family farms, and promoting females in farming are just a few of the things these amazing women are doing. Let's meet some of them!
Following her college graduation Hannah moved back to her family's farm to build a poultry operation to help diversify the family farm for the future. From planning to execution this awesome 22 year old worked hard to see her project to fruition, and boy did it work! Learn more about her project and a day in her life as a chicken farmer on FarmHer.
After hearing a story about a little girl saying that she thought only boys could be farmers Audra set out to find a way to help show girls that they can be farmers too! Audra along with one of her artist friends set out to make a coloring book depicting women in farming. How Cool!
Marissa took over her father's dairy farm and gave her partner the title "farm husband." Now her days consist of raising 120 head of cattle and produce dairy and beef products for their farm store. The very definition of a girl boss!
After working within agriculture for most of her life Sue opened up her own Pioneer Seed business led her to some really important leadership opportunities. Sue has gotten to serve on many different boards in her community most notably the Nationwide Board Council, which provide her an opportunity to advocate for agriculture.
Like I said, these are just a few of the awesome women that are making a difference and changing the face of farming for future generations. Take some time to explore the other blogs I've linked and you'll find lots more inspiring stories of female farmers!
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