For generations, women have been the backbone of agriculture—planting seeds, raising livestock, managing farms, and shaping the future of food production. Their stories are woven into the fabric of Alberta’s farming communities, reflecting resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to sustaining the land for future generations.
The AFSC Women in Ag Award acknowledges and honours the contributions of women in agriculture and agribusiness in Alberta. This award celebrates the increasing presence of women in the sector and showcases those who are making a tangible impact in preserving, nurturing, and transforming this ever-evolving industry.
The 2025 nominees:
- Alison Davie – Taber
- Amanda Elzinga-Pugh – Edgerton
- Anna De Paoli – Foothills
- Brenda Ralston – Rocky View County
- Carien Vandenberg – Vermilion
- Chelsea Gill – Cypress County
- Delaine Steele – Stony Plain
- Dena Lewis – Pincher Creek
- Dianne Westerlund – Oyen
- Gennifer Mehlhaff – Rocky Mountain House
- Hilary Blanchette – Cypress County
- Hillary Lawton – Fort Assiniboine
- Janice Tranberg – Millarville
- Janice Wirsta – Elk Point
- Jenna Lingley – Irma
- Josie Pashulka – Derwent
- Kathy Rairdan – Stettler
- Kelleen Tait – Edmonton
- Kendra Donnelly – Acme
- Kim Ross – Mannville
- Leila Hickman – Sundre
- Leona Staples – Red Deer County
- Leslie Majeau – Sturgeon County
- Mallory Kaiser – Spirit River
- Mariana Guerra-Maupome – Calgary
- Megan Ward-Denwood – Arrowwood
- Melissa Allen – Red Deer
- Nikki Peltzer – Rosemary
- Nora Paulovich – Manning
- Robyn Orthner – Redcliff
- Sarah Hetu – Spruce View
- Shelby Oracheski – Wainwright
- Sheri Strydhorst – Barrhead
- Skyler Fuchs / Vander Velde – Mayerthorpe
- Sonia Matichuk – Vermilion
- Sonya Miller – Lacombe
- Sylvia VonGunten – Bluffton
- Vicky Krawchuk – St. Paul
The winners were announced at The Notables Gala, March 16 in Calgary. Hosted by Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC), this annual event pays tribute to the resilience, dedication, and leadership of women in agriculture.
CFCW is the official media partner for the AFSC Women in Ag Award.
