Today’s farmers are changing the way we farm and eat in this country. Folks starting out in farming today are:
- From both rural and urban areas, and everywhere in between
- Conscious of their impact on the environment and interested in learning how to protect natural resources on their farms
- Pursuing new markets and selling both fresh and value-added products directly to consumers, wholesalers, restaurants, schools, and food hubs
- More likely to be female, a person of color, and/or have served in the U.S. military
- More likely to consider diversi cation options, comprehensive conservation systems, and organic farming practices
