Women’s Program

NC Farm Bureau’s Women’s Program engages women with the training and education they need to become powerful advocates for today’s agriculture.

The program provides women with leadership training, communication skills, and networking to strengthen their ability to encourage positive change in their communities and in the agricultural industry.

The Women’s Program is open to any female NC Farm Bureau member interested in supporting Farm Bureau’s policies, initiatives and agriculture.

Why Join?

PROMOTING VOLUNTEERISM LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY

Educate the community about agriculture and where their food comes from
Support charities and nonprofits that are important to you
Learn to embrace your contribution to agriculture
Inspire others by telling your agriculture story

ENHANCE UNDERSTANDING OF AGRICULTURE

Host and participate in peer-to-peer farm tours
Learn by networking with others in different agriculture industries
Opportunities to connect with every segment of agriculture
Learn why NC is the third most diverse agriculture state

ENACTING CHANGE BY SUPPORTING PUBLIC POLICY INITIATIVES

Opportunity to serve in positions that make a difference in policy initiatives
Represent agriculture and rural communities in public hearings and forums
Initiate and build relationships with elected officials
Make a difference by telling your agriculture story

TRAINING FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION

Guidance on how to become more active in your community
Learn how and when to communicate with your elected officials
Support Farm Bureau programs such as Farm Safety and Ag in the Classroom
Develop tools and skills needed to plan a successful event

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities to enhance your public speaking skills with real-life scenarios
Learn to hone your message delivery
Build a network of friends, professionals, and industry leaders
Develop a better understanding of the complexities and the challenges of agriculture