Empowering Women
Words: Mitch Lies
photos: bylaurastewart.com
Four years ago, Karla Chambers, co-owner of Stahlbush Island Farms, noticed some of the young women she hired in management were not speaking up in meetings. Continue reading
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A Voice for Agriculture
Words: Mitch Lies
Photos: lynnphoto.com
The idea was to finish school, be a wheat breeder and help feed the world. But the pull of the farm was too strong for Helle Ruddenklau. Continue reading
Capitol Update Series by Oregon Tax News,
A bill cosponsored by Rep. Shelly Boshart Davis, during the 2019 Legislative Session would enable Oregon farmers to better hire younger workers by allowing a training wage during the first three months that would be exempt from the state minimum wage (which is among the highest in the nation). High minimum wage laws can have the adverse effect of increasing youth employment. As Oregon minimum wage increased yet again this summer, many farmers are looking for helpful solutions. Continue reading
We are highlighting the remarkable women and organizations who are creating a positive future for Oregon agriculture. In 2019, Oregon Women for Agriculture celebrates their 50th anniversary, while Oregon Dairy Women celebrates 60 years. In addition, Oregon Cattle Women turns 66. Continue reading
Shannon and Kaiella Sbarra
Shannon Sbarra, Farming in the Pink
Celebrating Oregon Agriculture Entrepreneurs Continue reading
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