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2025 Oregon Ag Fest
This past weekend, Oregon Women for Agriculture was proud to take part in the Annual Oregon Ag Fest in Salem! It was a fantastic two days of sharing, learning, and connecting with the community about the importance of agriculture in our state. At our booth, we debuted...
What crop is found in many non-food Items?
Corn is not just a staple food; it also plays a vital role in various non-food items like fireworks, fabric, and paint. This versatility makes corn valuable in agricultural and industrial sectors, showcasing its importance beyond feeding people and animals. The...
Members Attend American Agri-Women Mid-Year Meeting
Three Oregon Women for Agriculture members—Dana Bowers-Brock (Lane Chapter President), Marie Bowers (AAW Vital Issues Chair), and Sarah Puls (OWA President)—recently participated in the American Agri-Women (AAW) Mid-Year Meeting, held in Fort Worth, Texas April 3-5....
What agricultural commodity is a Nutrient Powerhouse?
One glass of milk contains the same amount of calcium as three cups of broccoli, making it an excellent source of this essential mineral. Calcium is crucial for building and maintaining strong bones, and milk’s nutrient-rich profile supports overall health, making it...
Spring 2025 Legislative Update
At the federal level, the Legislative Committee joined a coalition letter to support Brooke Rollins’ nomination to be the 33rd Secretary of Agriculture. Following her appointment, we joined a letter to express our enthusiasm for working with her and requesting...
Time to Update Crop ID Signs
Spring Has Arrived! It’s time to put up new or updated crop identification signs. The sign project was started many years ago and the abbreviated guide lines are: They are available to OWA members They should be placed along well traveled roads They are the...
Springtime at Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom
Happy Spring, everyone! As we enter this new season, the staff at Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom looks forward to longer days, more sunshine, and, of course, engaging students in our annual Literacy Project. This year, the team – with the help of over 50...
Public Relations Chair Appointed
Oregon Women for Agriculture OWA is pleased to announce the appointment of Gina Tyhuis as the new chair of the Public Relations Committee. A dedicated advocate for agriculture, Gina is a farmer based in Echo, Oregon. She has been involved in organizing educational...
Central Oregon Chapter Spring Update 2025
In February our chapter had a booth at the Jefferson County Farm Show. We gained two new members and are excited to have our chapter grow. We are looking forward to hosting the State OWA meeting on March 21st. This coincides with the State FFA Convention in Redmond....
Eastern Oregon Chapter Spring 2025 Update
The Eastern Oregon Chapter has been very busy working on the upcoming annual auction! We are tackling decorations, adding in a photo booth and a new wine & spirits raffle, along with getting donations & sponsorships. We have updated our scholarship for this...