![Although women face multiple barriers to entry in the AgTech sector, many are emerging with innovative technologies that are changing how we grow and consume food.](https://foodtank.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/socialwomeninagtechimage-min.png)
AgTech is becoming one of the fastest-growing sectors in Silicon Valley, with investments totaling over US10 million in 2017. Although women face numerous barriers to entry in this sector, a new generation of leaders is emerging to challenge the status quo and reshape the food system using their innovative technologies.