American Agri-Women Gather for 34th Annual Convention in Salem, OR

The heart of the Willamette Valley is putting out the welcome mat for some special women who are dedicated to agriculture, and coming together in Oregon's capital city for their annual event. This time, in Oregon. The convention will be hosted by AAW affiliate, Oregon Women for Agriculture (OWA). The group is putting on the final touches for the 34th Annual Meeting of American Agri-Women (AAW), coming up November 12-15, 2009. OWA is celebrating their 40th birthday this year and the State of Oregon is celebrating its 150th birthday. “Celebrating American Agriculture” is the theme of the convention and will add to the festive spirit of our time together. Women involved in farming operations from throughout the United States will be attending this special event in Oregon. American Agri-Women is a national coalition of farm, ranch and agribusiness women. The organization was formed in 1974...read more