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Congress·Passed Senate·S.Res. 653

National Women in Agriculture Day

A resolution designating March 21, 2026, as "National Women in Agriculture Day".

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Key Points

  • This resolution officially names March 21, 2026, as a day to celebrate women working in farming and ranching. It highlights the huge role women play in growing the nation's food and managing agricultural businesses.
  • There are more than 1.2 million women working as agricultural producers in the U.S., which is about one-third of all farmers. In 2022, farms run by women sold $222 billion worth of products, making up 41% of all U.S. farm sales.
  • The resolution encourages more women to enter the farming industry and recognizes those who serve as mentors in youth programs like 4-H and FFA. It also aligns with the International Year of the Woman Farmer being celebrated in 2026.

Milestones

2 actions
Mar 19, 2026Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1357; text: CR S1382)

Mar 19, 2026

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A resolution designating March 21, 2026, as "National Women in Agriculture Day".

Bill NumberSRES 653
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1357; text: CR S1382)
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Cosponsors

(30)
D: 10R: 19I: 1

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