Dakotafest Women In Ag Event
Thursday, August 20 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, Aug. 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Join us for an inspiring Women in Ag event where we will hear from our keynote speaker and influencer, Brandi Buzzard about trust in the ag industry. Her message is about seizing the moment to stand up for agriculture and how to do that. Through lessons learned, be motivated to use your voice and actions to build and retain trust in order to preserve the industry you love.
Following the keynote address, the top five Woman Farmer of the Year finalists will be recognized, and one will be announced as the Woman Farmer of the Year!
Nominees:
- Ashley Schwader, Howard, SD
- Britni Ross, Philip, SD
- Karen Mutschler, Eureka, SD
- Whitney Mitchell, Tulare, SD
- Aubriauna Wiest, Herreid, SD
The Dakotafest 2026 Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award is sponsored by Farm Credit Services, KMIT 105.9, SD Corn, and Farm Bureau Financial Services.
The keynote speaker is brought to us by Farm Bureau Financial Services, the Official Insurance Provider of Dakotafest and this year's Women in Ag Event Speaker Sponsor.
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