Women in Agriculture

Q&A: Magan Lewis, equipment and automated field sensing lead at Bayer Crop Science

Developing new technologies will boost farmers’ productivity and protect the environment. That's why Magan Lewis is focusing on the next evolution of agriculture research.

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Venison with blackberry sauce

This sweet and savory dish features venison tenderloins topped with a sauce made from blackberry preserves and honey.

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Q&A: Katherine Marcano-Bell, Dominican Republic native and Iowa farmer

Katherine Marcano-Bell initially worked off the farm but now farms with her husband, Brandon, and their two sons near Keota, Iowa.

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Mom on many missions

Alisha Schwertner's reflections on the past inspire her to build a future for her sons.

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Ruth Kimmelshue of Cargill to address sustainability at Women in Agribusiness Summit

Ruth Kimmelshue, corporate senior vice president of Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health will be the keynote speaker at the 2022 Women in Agribusiness Summit.

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7 tips for farm wives to find calm in busy seasons

The most isolating times for many farm women are planting and harvest seasons.

Bumblebee on an Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella) flower in a wildflower pollinator meadow

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About Women in Agriculture

Successful Farming’s Women in Ag section is designed to connect and further farm women in all dimensions of farm and family life. This section includes posts from our Women in Ag bloggers.

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When you mow in a remote area

When I mow a wooded area a half-mile from my farm, I now have a place to carry needed items with me. I built a small steel shelf that plugs... read more

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