These three farms, Snow Hill, McEnroe, and Glynwood are veteran farming operations which established early footholds in the sustainable agriculture movement and whose leadership since has assisted and inspired countless sustainable farms. “This year the Rachel Carson Awards Council was greatly enthusiastic about Sustainable Farming and chose three farmers of great renown who each preside over a legendary farm landscape.
The 20th Women in Conservation Luncheon was emceed by NBC News’ Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson and held at Bryant Park Grill in Manhattan. Through their innovative work, these passionate changemakers are inspiring the next generation of young women to cultivate a life of empowerment and environmental activism.” “Their leadership in organic farming and commitment to creating a more sustainable future embodies the true spirit of the award. “Audubon is proud to honor these conservation champions with the 2023 Rachel Carson Award,” said Elizabeth Gray, CEO of the National Audubon Society. This year’s event focused on women in farming and honors three New York-based leaders in the organic farming and sustainability movement: Susanne Durst of McEnroe Organic Farm, Kathleen Finlay, President of the Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming, and Laura O’Donohue, Founder and CEO of Snow Hill Farm, LLC. The prestigious Audubon award recognizes visionary women whose dedication, talent, and energy have advanced positive environmental change locally and on a global scale.
NEW YORK – The National Audubon Society celebrated the legacy of female leadership in conservation yesterday by presenting three women with the Rachel Carson Award at the 20th Women in Conservation Luncheon.
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