The American Farm Bureau released the results of its Women in Ag survey this week.AFB Women’s Leadership Committee Chair Sherry Saylor says the survey results point to a need for a deeper dive into what leadership traits women in ag are interested in learning about in order to achieve their goals.
At the top of the list are communicating effectively, establishing and achieving goals, and strategic planning.
Saylor says farm and ranch women continue to be seen as credible sources of information on the production of food, fiber and renewable fuels.
Working to develop connections with consumers and being transparent when answering questions benefits everyone in agriculture according to Saylor.
Nearly 2,000 women completed the informal online survey and nearly three-quarters of respondents own or share ownership of a farm or ranch.
One-third have not yet started a business, but would like to in the future.
