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Gayle Baker

2024 AAW Fly-In: Reflections of Involvement

‘A Force for Truth’ is the American Agri-Women’s motto.  “Uniting Women across the Ag and Natural Resource Industries” in Washington DC is precisely what has been accomplished June 2-4, 2024.  I was deeply honored to be associated with these strong women leading and shaping our industry’s future while representing Illinois Agri-Women. Not only was I representing IAW, but I was joined by Heather Hampton + Knodle, Heather’s son, Bond Knodle and Gorette “GoGo” Kupsa of Galesburg IL.  “Knock your socks off” is an understatement describing my first year attending the AAW Fly-in; it will not be the last time I hope to represent IAW either at the AAW Fly-In. As a “middle-aged” woman in agriculture, it was a privilege seeing women agvocating in their 20s and women close to their 80s talking policy with those who make the decisions for the nation. Regardless of age or experience, each woman demonstrated a strong backbone when leading the future, fighting for our rights, making a difference, and filling me with a sense of unity, friendship, and bond, which is truly inspiring.

2023 Hall of Fame

Susan Wall is a Past President of Illinois Agri-Women and has served on various committees.  She skillfully served as the 2018 Convention Chair when Illinois Agri-Women hosted the American Agri-Women National convention in Springfield. Serving on a panel of three women, she has also traveled around the country to promote “Annie’s Project”, which then became a national program. She’s been a great agriculture advocate, promoting women and their very important role in farming. She is the winner of the 2023 Hall of Fame Award.

2024 Spring Northern Regional Event

We are excited to feature two great stops on our spring northern regional event at Siegels Cottonwood Farm, Inc and The Fields of Caton Farms. The day will feature a 1-mile train ride around a 4th generation family farm and a 5-acres of a walking garden at a 40 year old family farm. Join Us!

IALD 2024

The Illinois AgriWomen will be joining other agricultural groups in Springfield on Wednesday, March 13th!

2024 Coffee Chats

oin the Illinois Agri-Women for 2024 Coffee Chats. We will host a range of speakers that will give a short presentation with time for discussion and networking over a cup of joe, or whatever breakfast beverage, that you enjoy.