Nominations open for AFSC’s 2027 Women in Ag Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2027 Women in Ag Award presented by Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC).

The annual award recognizes women who have made significant contributions to Alberta’s agriculture and agribusiness sectors. A maximum of nine individuals will be recognized for their contributions to the advancement of women in agriculture.

Nominations opened Oct. 15 and will remain open until Nov. 16 at 11:59 p.m.

Award categories include:

• The Promoter – recognizes individuals who help improve public understanding of agriculture through education and outreach.
• The Innovator – honours those who develop creative solutions to challenges facing the industry.
• The Community Builder – recognizes individuals who strengthen and support Alberta’s agricultural communities.
• The Emergent/Rising Star – celebrates leaders under 40 who are making an impact in agriculture.
• The Professional Leader – honours long-standing leadership and contributions to the industry.
• The Operator – recognizes those involved in primary agriculture and agribusiness operations.
• The Maverick – celebrates individuals who challenge convention and drive change.
• The Notable Lifetime Achiever – recognizes a lifetime of leadership, mentorship, and service to agriculture.
• The Ignitor – an award reserved for AFSC employees who demonstrate leadership within the organization.

Nominations will be received by a selection committee made up of AFSC representatives and industry partners. Nominees are evaluated based on leadership and innovation, community and industry impact, and mentorship and support for the next generation.

More information, including nomination criteria and submission details, can be found here.