National Women in Ag Study Launches

A just-launched national Women in Agriculture Study is a comprehensive effort to capture women’s voices from across all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The survey remains open through March 31 to 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.

The aim of the study is to better understand the experiences, leadership pathways and future needs of women in agriculture. This study will help identify what’s working, where there are gaps, and how to strengthen engagement and support systems across agriculture. Optional follow-up interviews and focus groups will provide deeper exploration of leadership, mentorship, barriers and opportunities.

“More than a million women play vital roles in U.S. agriculture, accounting for 36% of our country’s farmers,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “We want to make sure we’re clearing barriers and providing opportunities for them and understanding their perspectives is crucial. I encourage all women in agriculture and related fields to participate in this study, which will deepen understanding of their future needs.”

Findings will be shared at the AFBF-hosted 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. This study is sponsored by the American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee and is funded by CoBank and JBS.

Take the survey here (available in both English and Spanish).