sustainability

Finalists for best female organic farmer awards announced

The European Commission has announced the finalists of the first ever EU Organic Awards, launched on 18 February 2022. A jury composed of representatives from the organising instances as well as representatives from the European Parliament and Council of the EU will select winners for the eight categories out of a total of 24 entries […]

“I think dialogue with farmers is incredibly important.”

Tessa Avermaete, Agricultural Economist Tessa Avermaete lives near Leuven, the pre-eminent university town in Belgium. She studied bioengineering with a major in agricultural economics, but discovered her love for farming on her grandparents’ farm. From her position as an agricultural economist and member of several management and advisory boards, she has a privileged view on […]

“Sharing online about agriculture can be challenging, but it is absolutely worth it!”

Tara Vander Dussen, aka The New Mexico Milkmaid Her name is Tara Vander Dussen, but you may know her better as the New Mexico Milkmaid. With +12.000 followers on her Facebook page and +45.000 on Instagram, Tara uses her platforms and reach as an online advocate for agriculture. Women in Ag talked with her […]