About Women in Farming
Filling a gap!
Women in Farming identified the need for a professional network for women involved in agriculture. It has become the support network, a place for the sharing of ideas and other management perspectives in a professional environment.
Farm business management is critical to farm profitability and sustainability and Women in Farming recognises skills are required in this area. It links with outside expertise to address knowledge gaps.
Be a part of this vibrant, supportive organisation!
Branches
As the Women in Farming model was shared, the network of branches expanded. Now there are branches spanning from Albany in the south, Varley in the east, Boyup Brook in the west, Kondinin to the north and many branches in between.
At times there are informative events open to both members and non-members, provided by a Women in Farming branch in your area.
Meetings
Meetings at branch level are held with a culture of confidentiality and trust, as we learn from each other. Each branch agendas their own meetings to ensure they meet the needs of their members.
Guest speakers may be in attendance to provide expertise, aid member discussion and assist with the sharing of experiences.
Many branches organise a crèche facility; having small children should not be a barrier to attending a Women in Farming meeting.
Membership Benefits
Access to regular branch meetings with a local branch - a place to ask questions, share knowledge and learn.
Early bird tickets to the Annual Seminar
Regular news and updates from Women in Farming via our newsletters
Invitation to join our ‘Members Only’ Facebook Group
Access to our Resources via the members’ portal
Frequently Asked Questions
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To be eligible for membership of Women in Farming, a person must be a woman, over the age of 18 years and have an interest in sharing their knowledge and experiences about agricultural related enterprises.
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Members pay an annual fee to their local branch. This fee is set by each branch and may take into account room hire, child care etc. Contact your branch to find out exactly what is covered. Members also pay an annual fee to Women in Farming Inc. This fee assists with running costs such as appointment of an Executive Officer and Administration Assistant, creating and maintaining the website, resource management, annual seminar etc. The 2024 Women in Farming Inc fee is $44.
The Women in Farming membership years runs from the first day of March until the last day of February the next year so usually 1st March - 28th February.
A person can join Women in Farming at any time throughout the year.
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Select your preferred branch from the buttons above. Fill in our online application form and you will recieve an email confirmation and your local branch will be notified of your membership.
Our Beginnings
Established in Varley in 2009, Women in Farming is a network of branches across Western Australia. Through the sharing of ideas, Women in Farming is committed to improving knowledge and management of farm businesses.
