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No Excuses! Actions for growing the ranks of women farmer-leaders
With new markets come new farmers. For every farm operator under the age of 35, the U.S. has six farm operators over 65, many of whom are on the verge of retirement. To meet our current and future needs, Agriculture … Continue reading
Posted in Culture and Society, Facts & Figures, General info
Tagged business transition, leadership, mentoring, new farmers
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Corn and Grain Inspiring the Lives of Young Women in Northern Vermont. Really?!
Really. When I think of women’s leadership development, large and lofty ideas come mind—things like paradigm shifts, suffrage and empowerment. So who knew that the kernels of leadership sometimes lie within little kernels of corn and grain which were inspiring enough … Continue reading
WAgN to Attend National Summit to Transform National Food Security and Impact 2012 Farm Bill
WAgN is one of 30 organizations participating in a historic summit aimed at changing the face of leadership in sustainable agriculture. The three-day “Cultivate 2012″ event will engage 30 leading women activists, thinkers, policy-makers and organizers in an effort to discuss … Continue reading
Posted in Leadership, The USDA Farm Bill
Tagged leadership, networking
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