Florence Chenoweth | |
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| Born | Florence Alletta Chenoweth 2 April 1945 Robertsport, Liberia |
| Died | 26 June 2023 (aged 78) |
| Nationality | Liberian |
| Occupation | Agriculturalist |
| Years active | 50 |
| Known for | First female minister of agriculture in Africa; role in promoting food security |
Florence Alletta Chenoweth (2 April 1945 – 26 June 2023) was a Liberian politician and agriculture and food security specialist. As minister of agriculture in Liberia, she was the first woman to hold such a position in Africa. She also held several senior posts with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).