October 2025
Women play a vital role in American agriculture, contributing through production, advocacy, education, and entrepreneurship. To better understand their experiences, leadership pathways, and future needs, the National Women in Agriculture Study is launching this fall as a comprehensive effort to capture women’s voices from across all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
The survey, open from Oct. 15, 2025, through March 31, 2026, will gather insights from women working in production agriculture, agribusiness, education, and advocacy, as well as from men and others in related fields who can offer perspectives on women’s roles in agriculture. Optional follow-up interviews and focus groups will provide deeper exploration of leadership, mentorship, barriers, and opportunities. The study will be available in both English and Spanish.
“Women are essential to the strength, sustainability, and future of U.S. agriculture,” said Isabella Chism, chair of the American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee. “This study will help us identify what’s working, where there are gaps, and how to strengthen engagement and support systems across the agriculture sector.”
Key objectives of the study:
• Capturing diverse perspectives from all 50 states and Puerto Rico
• Understanding leadership pathways, mentorship experiences and advocacy efforts
• Identifying training needs and preferences for women in agriculture
• Highlighting opportunities for community-building and representation
Findings will be shared at the International Year of the Woman Farmer ACE Summit in Washington, D.C., in June 2026. Results will inform leadership development, outreach strategies, and systems that strengthen support for women in agriculture nationwide.
The survey is open to individuals age 18 and older who are involved in or connected to agriculture, forestry, or life sciences, including related industries such as aquaculture, horticulture, beekeeping, and more.
Take the survey HERE.