RRC Podcast – S2E3 – Iris Meck & the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference

In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester connect with Iris Meck, founder of the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference, now celebrating its 13th year. Iris shares how the event has grown into a national platform empowering women across the ag industry, from students and entrepreneurs to business leaders and producers. She discusses the upcoming AWC West 2026 conference in Calgary, featuring sessions on leadership, innovation, mental health, and women’s health, plus international guests from Ghana and award-winning women in agriculture. Tune in for insights on connection, confidence, and why every woman in ag deserves a seat at the table.