Lori Stevermer and her husband Dale farm at Easton, Minnesota. Lori has also spent over 30 years in the animal nutrition business in sales and marketing. This past week, Lori wrapped her year as president of the National Pork Producers Council during the National Pork Industry Forum. “I look back on my career and it is so rewarding to see more women getting involved.” In the Agricult-HER interview with RRFN, Stevermer spoke about the importance of mentoring. “We have to encourage and be supportive to new female leaders in whatever form that takes, whether it’s a formal mentorship, whether it’s just saying some kind words,” said Stevermer. “I think we underestimate the power of a kind word and a word of encouragement.” Male or female, Stevermer said it is important to have a diversity of experiences in the board room. “When we’re looking at these complex problems and situations and trying to solve those challenges, we need that variety of perspectives.” Watch the interview.
