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Nominations open for 2025 Women Impacting Agriculture Recognition
Four women will be honored during the Ninth Annual Women in Ag Leadership Conference
May. 15, 2025 11:40 am
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AMES — Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Women in Ag Program has opened nominations for the annual Women Impacting Agriculture recognition. This honor celebrates women across Iowa who have made significant contributions to the agricultural industry and their communities.
The Women Impacting Agriculture recognition highlights women who demonstrate leadership, innovation and a passion for the future of agriculture. Nominees may be involved in production agriculture, agribusiness, education, conservation, policy or advocacy. Their impact can be felt through their work on farms, in classrooms and boardrooms, and across the broader agricultural landscape.
"We are excited to celebrate the dedication, leadership and resilience of women who are shaping the future of agriculture in Iowa," said Madeline Schultz, program manager, ISU Extension and Outreach Women in Ag Program. "Their stories inspire others and reflect the important role women play in sustaining and growing the agricultural economy."
Nominations are open now through May 31. Anyone may nominate a deserving woman by completing a brief nomination form that asks for information about the nominee’s leadership, impact and contributions to agriculture.
To nominate a woman who is making a difference in agriculture, visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/womeninag/women-impacting-agriculture
Honorees will be recognized during the ninth Annual Women in Ag Leadership Conference at the Gateway Hotel and Convention Center in Ames on Dec. 3-4, 2025.
For more information about the Women in Ag Program or the Women Impacting Agriculture nomination, please contact Madeline Schultz at schultz@iastate.edu or 515-294-0588 or visit the Women in Ag website, https://www.extension.iastate.edu/womeninag/
About ISU Extension and Outreach Women in Ag Program
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Women in Ag Program provides educational opportunities, resources and support to help women strengthen their roles in the agricultural industry, improve farm profitability and enhance their personal well-being.