Nebraska Hosts Women in Ag Workshops

By Scout Nelson

Women working in agriculture across southeast Nebraska are invited to participate in the Women in Agriculture Evening Seminar Series, a three-part educational program that aims to connect, educate, and empower women in rural communities.

The series will take place at The Wayside Event Center, Stella, Nebraska, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on three evenings this winter.

The sessions include:

• Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 – Leasing Ag Land Basics and Crop & Livestock Insurance
• Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025 – Digging into Financial Management and Tax Planning, featuring an introduction to the Agricultural Budget Calculator, a valuable tool that helps producers determine enterprise costs of production for marketing decisions.
• Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 – Estate Planning: Getting Started and Managing Stress — Rural Resiliency

Each session includes a light meal, networking opportunities, and practical learning led by extension educators and agricultural experts.

“This program is designed to bring women in agriculture together to learn practical management skills while connecting with others who share similar challenges and opportunities,” said Ritika Lamichhane, extension educator in Nemaha County.

Kaytlyn Kennedy, extension educator in Richardson County, added, “This evening series provides a great opportunity to bring women together in our area to network and gain more knowledge related to risk management information and resources for their farm business.”

Registration is required at least one week before each session. The cost is $20 per night or $50 for all three sessions, and registration is available online.

For more details or phone registration, contact the Nemaha County Extension Office (402-274-4755) or the Richardson County Extension Office (402-245-4324).

The series is offered in partnership with the Nebraska Women in Agriculture Program, inspired by Annie’s Project, a national initiative dedicated to strengthening women’s roles in agriculture, business, family, and community.

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