Farm & farmer health focus of multi-site Women in Ag forum
“Healthy Farms” is the theme for the eighth annual Women in Agriculture Conference, set for Saturday, January 25th. Experience an engaging, interactive day full of inspiration, learning and networking with other women farmers.
This is a one-day event held simultaneously at sites throughout Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana and Oregon. The Bozeman gathering will be held at MSU Extension Gallatin County, located within the Fairgrounds. Activities begin at 9am.
The day begins with learning how to cultivate your personal resiliency to handle all the ups and downs as a woman farmer. It’s no secret that things can be tough for farmers, whether they’re those we can control or issues we try to but cannot. The stress in farming has always existed, but the levels can soar during times of high costs and low returns. Positive psychology using our personal strengths to focus on intentional well-being and to thrive during every challenge and change is a skill participants will practice and learn.
The day also includes a panel of local women farmers. They will talk about the different ways they balance their lives and how they celebrate the job of doing what they love the most. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet farmers from their area, compare jobs, ask and answer questions and build a community network. It will be a full day of laughing, learning and networking.
The final takeaway message with the keynote speaker will be all about mindfulness. Learn how to use your our mind to change your brain for the good. Learn how to be calm, contented and centered. And learn how to cultivate a mindful presence and seed positivity into each day. You’ll leave this conference with new friends, new ways to farm and new strengths to do what you love every day!
Whether you’ve been farming for several years, are a new or aspiring farmer or employed on a farm or ranch, this conference has something for you. If you’re a supporting spouse, student, intern or own an agriculture-related business, make plans to attend this event. There’s something for everyone. If you have a farming partner, spouse or friend, bring them with – men are welcome too!
Conference registration is $35, but registrants will receive an early bird discount if they sign up by January 17th. Registration fee includes the workshop, a light breakfast, lunch and all the conference materials. No refunds after Jan. 20th.
Registration categories include:
– Women Involved in Agriculture
– Student
– Purchase an extra ticket and ensure that an aspiring farmer will be able to attend the conference
Your conference registration purchase can be used at any event site. Additional conference and registration information can be found at womeninag.wsu.edu. •
