Managing and Leading, a Woman Farmer’s Perspective

An Interview with farmer and non-profit Executive Director Lauren Judd  Kendall and Rebecca talk with Lauren Judd, Executive Director of the agriculture education non-profit Cornucopia Project and co-owner of Pack Mountain Farm, about managing and leading on a farm (and other enterprises). Lauren emphasizes the importance of leading with joy and creating cultural change in the nonprofit and agriculture sectors. Lauren highlights the challenges of budget constraints and the need for adaptability and support for her team. She advises women in leadership to delegate tasks and focus on their areas of expertise. Lauren also stresses the importance of networking, professional development, and seeking funding opportunities to support sustainable farming practices and community growth.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Show notes:  The Cornucopia Project: https://cornucopiaproject.org/ Pack Mountain Farm: https://www.facebook.com/PackMountainFarm Northeast Organic Farming Association of NH (NOFA): https://www.nofanh.org/ TOPP Program with NOFA: https://www.nofanh.org/topp Antioch University New England: https://www.antioch.edu/new-england/ UNH Cooperative Extension Events: https://extension.unh.edu/events UNH Professional Development and Training (PD&T): https://training.unh.edu/ Women in Ag Newsletter signup - https://unhoutreach.tfaforms.net/217751?CID=701G0000001AiKCIA0  Lauren Judd: [email protected] Kendall Kunelius – [email protected]  Rebecca Dube – [email protected]