Women have always been an integral part of agriculture – working as equipment operators, gardeners, cooks, and bookkeepers. In recent years, their roles have evolved significantly with a growing number of women becoming farm operators, ag leaders and innovators.
According to the Canadian Census of Agriculture, there were 77,970 female farm operators in Canada in 2016. By 2021, that number had increased to
79,795. This growth was accompanied by a rise in the number of women holding technical and supervisory positions across the agriculture sector.
These women are bringing fresh ideas and approaches to the industry. They are strengthening rural communities, mentoring the next generation of ag operators and professionals, and driving innovation and growth.
Every woman in agriculture has a unique story to tell. And each year, Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) celebrates these stories through our Women in Ag Award. Nominations for the 2026 Women in Ag Award opened October 15 and close November 17.
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