COVINGTON, LOUISIANA (RFD NEWS) — Women now make up roughly half of the agricultural workforce, and as the International Year of the Woman Farmer is recognized, attention is turning to the unique health and safety challenges they face in the industry.
Natalie Roy with AgriSafe Network joins us on Monday’s Market Day Report to discuss the unique health and safety challenges facing women in agriculture.
In her interview with RFD NEWS, Roy explains why agricultural health and safety should be viewed as a broader public health issue that impacts not just farmers but entire rural communities. She also highlights the evolving role of women in agriculture and the critical contributions they make across the sector.
Roy goes on to discuss the unique health and safety challenges women face on the farm, as well as meaningful ways communities and policymakers can better support and recognize women in agriculture.
Finally, Roy addresses common misconceptions about women in agriculture and offers guidance to young women entering the industry on ways to feel safe and supported.
Malone, Senior Director of Trade Execution at Bunge, emphasized the importance of spaces where women can engage in meaningful conversations about global trade, supply chains, and leadership opportunities.
September 30, 2025 03:16 PM
·
Chris McGovern from Connected Nation joined us Tuesday to break down the findings and discuss their implications for rural America.
September 30, 2025 01:12 PM
·
We caught up with Karen Braun, Chief Market Analyst at Zaner Ag Hedge, at the Women in Agribusiness to discuss the data behind commodity trading.
September 29, 2025 03:30 PM
·
Weston Brown joined us on Monday in the RFD-TV Studios in Nashville to share how he is preparing for the upcoming National FFA Convention & Expo.
September 29, 2025 02:58 PM
·
Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn joined us Monday to share highlights from Secretary Brooke Rollins’ visit and her perspective on USDA’s new initiatives.
September 29, 2025 02:14 PM
·
RFD-TV Farm Legal and Taxation expert, Roger McEowen, with the Washburn School of Law, joined us Monday to break down the changes and explain what producers should know.
September 29, 2025 01:57 PM
·
