Four women making positive changes in Iowa agriculture were honored Nov. 30 at the sixth annual Iowa Women in Ag Leadership Conference organized by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
The Women Impacting Agriculture recognition honors Iowans who are creating a more sustainable Iowa by improving economic resiliency and stability; conserving natural resources; and being influential agricultural leaders, family members and community volunteers.
The 2022 honorees are Laura Cunningham of Floyd County, Susan Kuennen of Fayette County, Bridget Mahoney of Iowa County, and Tara Neal of Des Moines County. Past honoree Monica Lursen and extension communications specialist Lisa Scarbrough recognized the honorees at the conference and presented them with awards.
"This year's honorees are influential women in their respective communities," said Scarbrough, communications specialist with the women in ag program with ISU Extension and Outreach. "From caring for the land, to incorporating learning opportunities for growers and community members, to expanding farm businesses, to teaching youth about the opportunities in agriculture, these women are leading their communities as positive role models."
The honorees shared their stories with all attendees via pre-recorded videos. A video highlighting the four women can be viewed online.
For more about Women Impacting Agriculture, visit the Women in Ag Program website. Farm Credit Services of America is a major sponsor of the conference and recognition program.
Categories: Iowa, Business, Sustainable Agriculture