{"id":40385,"date":"2026-03-06T07:00:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T06:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/?p=40385"},"modified":"2026-03-11T16:05:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T15:05:54","slug":"international-womens-day-2026-women-driving-change-in-agriculture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/en\/news\/articles\/international-womens-day-2026-women-driving-change-in-agriculture\/","title":{"rendered":"International Women\u2019s Day 2026: women driving change in agriculture"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Rovensa Next, advancing sustainable agriculture also means advancing equality,\u00a0fairness\u00a0and opportunities. On International Women\u2019s Day 2026, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering an agricultural sector where talent, leadership and innovation depend on ability, not gender, under the global theme\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cRights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Despite progress in recent years, women across industries, including agriculture, continue to face structural and cultural barriers that limit access to equal rights and opportunities. As part of\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International Women\u2019s Day 2026<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Rovensa Next is giving voice to women across the organization to reflect on how meaningful action can drive a more inclusive future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40391 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Deicy-Plascencia.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Deicy-Plascencia.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Deicy-Plascencia-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Deicy-Plascencia-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Deicy-Plascencia-768x960.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/>Breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated sector<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Deicy Plascencia<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Sales Representative, Biocontrol in Mexico, believes that social prejudice is still one of the main obstacles for women in agriculture. She highlights how long-standing assumptions about gender roles continue to shape access to opportunities, particularly in environments where men have traditionally held leadership positions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At the same time, Deicy emphasizes the importance of confidence,\u00a0resilience\u00a0and empowerment, as she explained, \u201chaving the chance to demonstrate abilities and continue developing skills is essential, because talent and capability go far beyond gender.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-40393 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Maria-Rivera.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Maria-Rivera.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Maria-Rivera-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Maria-Rivera-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Maria-Rivera-768x960.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From commitment to measurable action<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From a technical development perspective,\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mar\u00eda Rivera<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Technical Development Expert in Mexico, emphasizes that\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cequal rights and justice mean having the same opportunities, and being recognized and valued for our abilities and achievements, not our gender.\u201d<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For Mar\u00eda, real progress happens when organizations move beyond intention and turn commitment into action, creating inclusive environments, ensuring fair recognition based on results, and embedding equality into everyday decisions that shape careers and leadership.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40395 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Nordely-Wright.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Nordely-Wright.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Nordely-Wright-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Nordely-Wright-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.rovensanext.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Nordely-Wright-768x960.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The role of culture,\u00a0mentorship\u00a0and everyday attitudes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nordely\u00a0Wright<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, our Global Technology Characterization &amp; Validation Manager, highlights cultural bias as one of the most persistent challenges. Although policies and awareness of equal rights often exist, attitudes and assumptions (both within organizations and across the wider environments they\u00a0operate\u00a0in) continue to influence access to opportunities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Equal rights and justice, she explained, are not only defined by policies, but by daily attitudes rooted in respect,\u00a0recognition\u00a0and inclusion.\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cWhen women are valued for their contributions and trusted with autonomy, real empowerment happens naturally.\u201d<\/span><\/i><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Turning equality into action\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Rovensa Next, advancing equality in agriculture means aligning our values with measurable actions. As outlined in the latest\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rovensa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ROVENSA-Executive-Summary-FY24-25.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rovensa Group Annual <\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rovensa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ROVENSA-Executive-Summary-FY24-25.pdf\">Sustainability Report<\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we are committed to increasing the representation of women in senior management roles and ensuring equal pay for work of equal value. In FY24\/25, women\u00a0represent\u00a032,6 % of our senior management positions. By 2030, our goal is for women to hold 35% of manager-level and more\u00a0senior \u00a0positions\u00a0across Rovensa.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On International Women\u2019s Day 2026, we\u00a0remain\u00a0committed to turning rights into justice, and justice into action, for all women and girls, and for the future of sustainable agriculture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On International Women\u2019s Day 2026, Rovensa Next further reinforces its commitment to equality, justice and inclusive leadership within the agricultural sector. 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