Rural and Environment

  • Women in the Rural Economy: Part 4

    5th March 2019 by

    As we continue our new series looking at the important and diverse role women play in driving and supporting Scotland’s rural economy, QMS Chair Kate Rowell gives us an insight into her career and experience.

    Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to be a farmer like my Dad, Grandpa and the many generations who came before them. I clearly remember being very put out when an elderly Aunt told my younger brother that he would take over the farm, completely ignoring me! Ever since then I’ve been aware of society’s overwhelming view that it’s only the boys who are destined to be farmers – and I’ve taken quite a while to reach the point where I’m comfortable describing myself proudly as a Farmer (and never with “Female” or “Lady” in front!).

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