This measure would proclaim 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognize the critical role of women in agriculture.

This measure would proclaim 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognize the critical role of women in agriculture.

This measure would proclaim 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognize the critical role of women in agriculture.

WHEREAS, The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to raise awareness of the vital role women play in agrifood systems and global food security; and

WHEREAS, Women constitute a significant share of the global agricultural workforce and contribute across the entire agrifood value chain, including production, processing, distribution, and trade; and

WHEREAS, Women farmers play a critical role in ensuring the food security, nutrition, poverty reduction, and economic stability of rural households and communities; and

WHEREAS, Despite their contributions, women in agriculture face persistent structural barriers, including limited access to land, financing, technology, education, and decisionmaking opportunities; and

WHEREAS, In the United States, women contribute significantly to agricultural production, agribusiness, research, and leadership; and

WHEREAS, In the State of California, the largest agricultural producer in the United States, women are a driving force in the agricultural economy and food system; and

WHEREAS, California is home to more than 45,000 women agricultural producers, representing nearly 38 percent of all producers in the state; and

WHEREAS, Women are involved in operating approximately 63 percent of farms in California, a higher share than in any other major agricultural state; and

WHEREAS, The number of women farmers in California has increased by approximately 13 percent over the past decade, reflecting growing leadership, ownership, and participation in agriculture; and

WHEREAS, Women in California agriculture contribute not only to farming and ranching, but also to innovation, sustainability, processing, distribution, marketing, and retail across the food supply chain; and

WHEREAS, Women-led farms are often at the forefront of sustainable practices, including soil health, water conservation, and climate-resilient agriculture; and

WHEREAS, The International Year of the Woman Farmer provides an opportunity to promote gender equality, empower women, and encourage policy reforms and investments that address disparities in agriculture; and

WHEREAS, The observance calls upon governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector actors, and individuals to increase awareness and take action in support of women farmers; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to raise awareness of the vital role women play in agrifood systems and global food security; and

WHEREAS, Women constitute a significant share of the global agricultural workforce and contribute across the entire agrifood value chain, including production, processing, distribution, and trade; and

WHEREAS, Women farmers play a critical role in ensuring the food security, nutrition, poverty reduction, and economic stability of rural households and communities; and

WHEREAS, Despite their contributions, women in agriculture face persistent structural barriers, including limited access to land, financing, technology, education, and decisionmaking opportunities; and

WHEREAS, In the United States, women contribute significantly to agricultural production, agribusiness, research, and leadership; and

WHEREAS, In the State of California, the largest agricultural producer in the United States, women are a driving force in the agricultural economy and food system; and

WHEREAS, California is home to more than 45,000 women agricultural producers, representing nearly 38 percent of all producers in the state; and

WHEREAS, Women are involved in operating approximately 63 percent of farms in California, a higher share than in any other major agricultural state; and

WHEREAS, The number of women farmers in California has increased by approximately 13 percent over the past decade, reflecting growing leadership, ownership, and participation in agriculture; and

WHEREAS, Women in California agriculture contribute not only to farming and ranching, but also to innovation, sustainability, processing, distribution, marketing, and retail across the food supply chain; and

WHEREAS, Women-led farms are often at the forefront of sustainable practices, including soil health, water conservation, and climate-resilient agriculture; and

WHEREAS, The International Year of the Woman Farmer provides an opportunity to promote gender equality, empower women, and encourage policy reforms and investments that address disparities in agriculture; and

WHEREAS, The observance calls upon governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector actors, and individuals to increase awareness and take action in support of women farmers; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to raise awareness of the vital role women play in agrifood systems and global food security; and

WHEREAS, Women constitute a significant share of the global agricultural workforce and contribute across the entire agrifood value chain, including production, processing, distribution, and trade; and

WHEREAS, Women farmers play a critical role in ensuring the food security, nutrition, poverty reduction, and economic stability of rural households and communities; and

WHEREAS, Despite their contributions, women in agriculture face persistent structural barriers, including limited access to land, financing, technology, education, and decisionmaking opportunities; and

WHEREAS, In the United States, women contribute significantly to agricultural production, agribusiness, research, and leadership; and

WHEREAS, In the State of California, the largest agricultural producer in the United States, women are a driving force in the agricultural economy and food system; and

WHEREAS, California is home to more than 45,000 women agricultural producers, representing nearly 38 percent of all producers in the state; and

WHEREAS, Women are involved in operating approximately 63 percent of farms in California, a higher share than in any other major agricultural state; and

WHEREAS, The number of women farmers in California has increased by approximately 13 percent over the past decade, reflecting growing leadership, ownership, and participation in agriculture; and

WHEREAS, Women in California agriculture contribute not only to farming and ranching, but also to innovation, sustainability, processing, distribution, marketing, and retail across the food supply chain; and

WHEREAS, Women-led farms are often at the forefront of sustainable practices, including soil health, water conservation, and climate-resilient agriculture; and

WHEREAS, The International Year of the Woman Farmer provides an opportunity to promote gender equality, empower women, and encourage policy reforms and investments that address disparities in agriculture; and

WHEREAS, The observance calls upon governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector actors, and individuals to increase awareness and take action in support of women farmers; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: ACR 193

Author: Aguiar-Curry (D), et al.

Introduced: 5/4/26

Vote: 21

SUBJECT: International Year of the Woman Farmer

SOURCE: Author

DIGEST:

This resolution proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Women constitute a significant share of the global agricultural workforce and contribute across the entire agrifood value chain, including production, processing, distribution, and trade.
2. The number of women farmers in California has increased by approximately 13 percent over the past decade, reflecting growing leadership, ownership, and participation in agriculture.
3. Women in California agriculture contribute not only to farming and ranching, but also to innovation, sustainability, processing, distribution, marketing, and retail across the food supply chain.
4. The International Year of the Woman Farmer provides an opportunity to promote gender equality, empower women, and encourage policy reforms and investments that address disparities in agriculture. The observance calls upon governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector actors, and individuals to increase awareness and to take action in support of women farmers.

This resolution proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture.

Related/Prior Legislation

SR 99 (Caballero, 2026) – Adopted by the Senate.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No

SUPPORT: (Verified 6/22/26)

None received

OPPOSITION: (Verified 6/22/26)

None received

Prepared by: Aizenia Randhawa / SFA / (916) 651-4171

6/22/26 14:47:27

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 193

Author:(Aguiar-Curry)

As Introduced Ver:May 4, 2026

Majority vote

SUMMARY

Proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture.

Major Provisions

1. Women constitute a significant share of the global agricultural workforce and contribute across the entire agrifood value chain, including production, processing, distribution, and trade.
2. Women farmers play a critical role in ensuring the food security, nutrition, poverty reduction, and economic stability of rural households and communities. Despite their contributions, women in agriculture face persistent structural barriers, including limited access to land, financing, technology, education, and decision-making opportunities.
3. In the United States, women contribute significantly to agricultural production, agribusiness, research, and leadership. In the State of California, the largest agricultural producer in the United States, women are a driving force in the agricultural economy and food system. Women are involved in operating approximately 63% of farms in California, a higher share than in any other major agricultural state.
4. The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to raise awareness of the vital role women play in agrifood systems and global food security.
5. The International Year of the Woman Farmer provides an opportunity to promote gender equality, empower women, and encourage policy reforms and investments that address disparities in agriculture.
6. The observance calls upon governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector actors, and individuals to increase awareness and take action in support of women farmers.

COMMENTS

According to the Author

Women are essential leaders in the state's agricultural industry, contributing to food production, innovation, sustainability, and rural economic growth. The observance highlights their achievements, promotes equal access to opportunities and resources, and inspires future generations of women to pursue careers in agriculture.

Arguments in Support

None on file

Arguments in Opposition

None on file

FISCAL COMMENTS

No fiscal impact. This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.

VOTES

ASM RULES: 8-0-2

YES: Pacheco, Dixon, Garcia, Mark González, Irwin, Michelle Rodriguez, Sanchez, Zbur

ABS, ABST OR NV: Lackey, Ahrens

UPDATED

VERSION: May 4, 2026

CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0003142

Date of Hearing: June 1, 2026

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Blanca Pacheco, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 193 (

Author:Aguiar-Curry) – As Introduced Ver:May 4, 2026

SUBJECT: International Year of the Woman Farmer.

SUMMARY: Proclaims 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes the critical role of women in agriculture. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Women constitute a significant share of the global agricultural workforce and contribute across the entire agrifood value chain, including production, processing, distribution, and trade.
2. Women farmers play a critical role in ensuring the food security, nutrition, poverty reduction, and economic stability of rural households and communities. Despite their contributions, women in agriculture face persistent structural barriers, including limited access to land, financing, technology, education, and decisionmaking opportunities.
3. In the United States, women contribute significantly to agricultural production, agribusiness, research, and leadership. In the State of California, the largest agricultural producer in the United States, women are a driving force in the agricultural economy and food system. Women are involved in operating approximately 63 percent of farms in California, a higher share than in any other major agricultural state.
4. The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to raise awareness of the vital role women play in agrifood systems and global food security.
5. The International Year of the Woman Farmer provides an opportunity to promote gender equality, empower women, and encourage policy reforms and investments that address disparities in agriculture.
6. The observance calls upon governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector actors, and individuals to increase awareness and take action in support of women farmers.

FISCAL EFFECT: This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

None on file

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800