Female farmers, whether farming on their own or in a partnership, realize the importance of the business side of farming. Annie’s Project provides education and a support network to enhance business skills of women involved in all aspects of agriculture.
Annie spent her lifetime learning to be an involved farm business partner with her husband. Annie’s life experiences inspired her daughter, a university Extension agent, to create a program for women living and working in the complex, dynamic agriculture business environment. Annie’s Project fosters problem solving, record keeping, and decision-making skills in farm women.
Two weekend retreats are being offered in Ohio this winter. Women will receive training in five areas of agricultural risk management: financial, marketing, production, legal, and human resources. Most importantly women are able to network and develop relationships with other women in agriculture.
Past participants have had this to say about the program:
“I changed my mind about how to approach communication with my in-laws as business partners.”
“I have gained tools to help improve management of our farm and insight on how to communicate the resources to other members of the farm.”
“I appreciated getting to meet others with a shared interest.”
“I encourage any woman to attend one of these great programs!”
The first retreat will be held Dec 1-3 at Salt Fork State Park Lodge and Conference Center, 14755 Cadiz Road, Lore City, OH 43755. The participant fee is $105 per person, which includes all materials and meals. Lodging is $99 per room per night with up to four people per room. Registration deadline is Nov. 17. For questions about this program, please contact Emily Adams at [email protected] or 740-622-2265.
The second retreat will be Feb 2-4 at Western Buckeye Christian Camp, 5455 Roeth Road, Houston, OH 45333. The cost is $95 per person and includes all lodging, materials and meals. Please bring bedding and towels. The registration deadline is Jan. 19. For questions about this retreat, please contact Amanda Douridas at [email protected] or 937-484-1526.
Registration for both workshops can be found at: https://u.osu.edu/ohwomeninag/.
