The real story of women on the land today

There's a specific kind of grit you'll find among women on the land that doesn't always get the credit it deserves in mainstream conversations about farming. For a long time, the image of a "farmer" was almost exclusively a man in a flannel shirt standing in front of a tractor. But if you actually spend time out in the paddocks or at the local stock feed store, you'll see that the reality has always been much more diverse. Women aren't just "helping out" anymore; they're running the show, managing the books, and leading the way in sustainable practices. ...

May 26, 2026 · 6 min · Beene Chenin