Success Story35% Women in Agriculture Conference
35% Women in Agriculture Conference
Author: Dee Heimgartner
Planning Unit: Crittenden County CES
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Plan of Work: Increasing Knowledge in Agriculture, Home and Community Environment
Outcome: Initial Outcome
The 2022 US Ag Census reported that women make up 35% of the total producers in Kentucky. In response, ANR agents from Henderson, Union, Webster, and Crittenden counties collaborated to plan, implement, and evaluate the "35% Women in Agriculture Conference," held on March 14th, 2025, at the Union County Fairgrounds.
The conference featured five hands-on sessions led by extension specialists, emergency management services, and local producers. Topics included basic first aid, planter and sprayer calibration, beef cattle basics, and marketing strategies for farms. Eighteen women attended the event.
At the end of the conference, participants completed a survey to assess their learning and identify future needs. All respondents agreed that the conference was necessary and provided valuable ideas for future women in agriculture events. According to the survey, every participant learned at least one new thing from attending. The conference also facilitated networking among attendees.
Overall, the conference exceeded the expectations and goals set during its planning stages. Additionally, ANR agents from Henderson, Union, Webster, and Crittenden counties successfully reached a new audience. Plans are underway to continue this program.
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