Journal of NACAA

Exploring Past Attendees’ Reflection on The Outcomes of the Women in Agriculture Conference

ISSN 2158-9429

Volume 16, Issue 2 - December 2023

Editor: Linda Chalker-Scott

Abstract

This long-term evaluation report highlights the benefits of the annual West Virginia Women in Agriculture Conference. This extension program provides research-based and practical educational opportunities for agribusiness women while fostering networking and leadership development. The conference focused on the five areas of risk management and production enterprises. Conference participants reported increase in farm profitability, lower production costs, diversification of their farm enterprises, and changes in production practices.

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