Alicia King is a seventh-generation farmer from Antigonish, Nova Scotia, who operates Six Maples Farm with her family. / FARM CREDIT CANADA PHOTO
The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, recognizing the contributions women make to agriculture and rural communities.
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is highlighting women like Alicia King, a seventh-generation farmer from Antigonish, Nova Scotia, who operates Six Maples Farm with her husband, Dany.
After purchasing the farm, a diversified beef, sheep, chicken and egg operation, they operated as a full time business, expanding livestock production and investing strategically in direct marketing. King says women's leadership in agriculture has often gone unrecognized, despite their longstanding involvement in farm operations and business decisions.
“Mom stands behind her people and community,” King’s oldest daughter said when asked “what does mom do?”
King also serves as president of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture, advocating for farmers across the province.
To mark the international year, FCC will host a free virtual event Nov. 24, focusing on women's leadership, mental well-being and resilience in agriculture.
