Ernst, Smith Celebrate Women in Agriculture

RED OAK, Iowa – In celebration of Women’s History Month and Iowa Agriculture Week, U.S. Senators Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.), members of the Senate Agriculture Committee, led a bipartisan group of their colleagues, including every female Republican senator, in highlighting the vital role women play in agriculture operations across the country by designating March 27, 2025, as National Women in Agriculture Day.

“When folks think of farmers, they often think of men, but anyone involved in the agriculture community will tell you that there are many incredible women who are stepping up, filling their parents’ boots, and carrying on our great rural traditions all across the state of Iowa,” said Senator Ernst. “I was proud to grow up as a woman in agriculture, and I’m honored to recognize the more than 1.2 million female farmers and producers in the United States that work so hard to feed and fuel our nation and our world.”

“Agriculture is the backbone of Minnesota’s economy,” said Senator Smith. “Women have always played an essential role in this sector. I’m proud we have introduced this bipartisan resolution to designate a day during Women’s History Month and National Agriculture Week to recognize the achievements of the women who have been the key to our agricultural success.”

The resolution is being led by Kat Cammack (R-Fla.) and Angie Craig (D-Minn.) in the House

Background:

Thanks to Ernst’s efforts, Women in Agriculture Day has been unanimously adopted by the Senate since 2022. Ernst kicked off Women’s History Month by spotlighting central Iowan cattlewomen Lauren and Leah Mosher - a dynamic sister duo who have devoted their lives to agriculture.

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