AgEX 2023 Panel: Meeting The Needs of Farm WomenVideo: AgEX 2023 Panel: Meeting The Needs of Farm Women
Moderated by Darlene McBain, Director of Industry Relations, Farm Credit Canada, and featuring:
• Catherine Burns, Government and Stakeholder Relations Coordinator, Canadian Federation of Agriculture
• France De Montigny, Executive Director, Agricultrices du Québec
• Heather Watson, Executive Directors, Farm Management Canada
Women have been contributing to the success of farming in Canada since time immemorial, however their contributions have historically been unrecognized, uncounted and undervalued. In this panel discussion, we will discuss ground-breaking new research that reveals women are influencing and positioned to influence farming in Canada in ways that go far beyond current measurements including key factors that are shaping the experience of farm women and their ability to succeed. We will also discuss exciting new programs that have been designed to support the unique needs of farm women.