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Aug. 5, 2026 Source: Farm Progress news release BOONE, Iowa, -- Four women farmers from across the United States have been named finalists in the inaugural Women in the Field: Producer of the Year Award at the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. The award ceremony, taking place Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, at 2 p.m., celebrates the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes women who are transforming American agriculture through innovation, sustainability and leadership. The finalists -- representing Mississippi, Iowa, Indiana and California -- manage operations ranging from 130 to 5,500 acres and exemplify the diverse contributions women make to modern farming, from regenerative agriculture and soil health innovation to coffee cultivation and direct-to-consumer marketing. The finalists are: Karen Makamson Edwards, Garry Makamson Farms | Morgan City, Mississippi Operation: 5,500 acres of corn, soybeans and cotton Wendy Johnson, Jóia Food & Fiber Farm/Center View Farms | Charles City, Iowa Operation: 1,000-acre conventional farm; 130-acre certified organic farm Doris Scully, Sips Family Farms | Spencer, Indiana Operation: 1,350 acres of corn, soybeans, forest, hay, and cattle Lisa Tate, Rancho Filoso/California Coffee Collective/JM Sharp Company | Santa Paula, California Operation: 200-acre diversified farm; CFO of separate citrus, avocado and agave operation For in-depth backgrounds on each finalist, Please Click Here. "These four women represent the future of American agriculture," said Peyton Fair, program organizer and Farm Progress events specialist. "They're pioneering sustainable practices, mentoring the next generation and proving that innovation and conservation go hand in hand. This award recognizes their leadership at a critical time for our industry." The Women in the Field program will take place from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Hospitality Tent (Lot #625). The program is free with Farm Progress Show admission. Show tickets are available at www.FarmProgressShow.com. Tweet |
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