There are more than one million female farmers in the U.S. today!
In honor of Women’s History Month, we now want to check in with a well-known name across the ag industry who is being recognized as one of USA Today’s 2025 Women of the Year!
Dr. Temple Grandin spoke with RFD-TV’s Jennifer Vickery Smith about her background, her accomplishments, and her message to other women in agriculture looking to make a difference.
WATCH HER NATIONAL FFA CONVENTION SPEECH:
Related Stories
Diversification is critical as conservation reshapes rural economies.
Kentucky Firefighters Jonathan and Lonny Epley and Extension Agent Leann Martin tell us about a new portable grain bin rescue tool, and its potential to enhance safety for farmers and first responders nationwide.
Tennessee Ag in focus: Commissioner Holt shares his farm economy outlook, the TNFB honors a cotton legacy, and TN 4-H and FFA leaders discuss support for the next generation of agriculture in Tennessee.
Dr. Jeffrey Gold provides insights on supporting aging populations in rural communities on this week’s Rural Health Matters segment.
NRECA CEO Jim Matheson warns that rising electricity demand from AI and data centers could strain the grid and affect rural electric cooperatives if U.S. power infrastructure cannot keep up.
Katie Keener with the National Women in Agriculture Association joins us to celebrate women in agriculture and spotlight programs and initiatives aimed at empowering female producers across the country.
