We are pleased to invite you to our online workshop “Network to Innovate: Roots of Change – Young Women Transforming Agriculture”, taking place on 12 May 2026. The event is organised together by the Rural Networks of Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Poland.

This workshop will highlight a new generation of farmers – young women who are bringing fresh ideas, energy and modern thinking into agriculture. They are building successful farms and businesses, introducing innovation, and showing that rural areas offer real opportunities for the future.

Join us to hear interesting personal stories, practical experiences and inspiring examples from women who chose agriculture as their path. Their journeys may motivate others to start, grow or rethink their own future in farming.

Meet our speakers:

• From science to farm leadership – Ketija Bumbiere. Ketija moved from academic work and research to become CEO of her family greenhouse company in Latvia. She will share why she chose the more challenging path and how modern farming needs educated young leaders.
• From city life to countryside dreams – Malinówka Farm. A story of courage, moving from city life to the countryside and creating a farm close to nature. You will hear how passion, local food and brave decisions can create a meaningful rural business.
• Innovation and animal welfare – Teele Eskor. While studying veterinary medicine, Teele took over her family farm and started new developments. She will explain how young women can lead with confidence while combining innovation, production and care for animals.
• Elina Tuiskunen, Farm Soidinsuo. Elina Tuiskunen will present how their farm is transitioning towards regenerative farming practices, sharing their journey of adopting more environmentally sustainable approaches and the practical changes implemented on the farm.

Event details
📅 12 May 2026

🕥 10:30–12:00 (EEST) or 09:30-11:00 (CET)

💻 Online via Zoom

🌍 Language: English

All registered participants will receive the Zoom link one day before the event.

Programme: Network to innovate: Roots of Change – Young Women Transforming Agriculture | Maaelu Teadmuskeskus

Registration is now open: Form Eventos

We look forward to welcoming you online.

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