YFN connects farmers, aspiring farmers, and farm allies from all social, racial, and economic backgrounds to create an environment within which people of all ages and agricultural backgrounds can cultivate personal and professional relationships across state borders. It works towards a supportive landscape for farmers and prospective farmers in developing socially, ecologically, and economically sustainable farm businesses and fulfilling lives. YFN is a fiscally-sponsored chapter of the National Young Farmers Coalition, which connects them to a national policy voice.
At a glance:
- Resource Type: Community Learning Projects, Outreach Programs/Speakers, Professional Development
- Audiences: Adults, College/University Students, Environmental Professionals, Families, High School (Grades 9-12) Students, Nonformal Educators, Parents, Policy Makers/Elected Officials, Seniors, Special Needs, Teachers/Formal Educators
- Environmental Focus: Agriculture/Farming, Career Choices, Climate Change/Weather, Cultural Awareness, Environmental Health, Gardening/Compost, Plants/Trees/Forests, Soil, Sustainability
- Academic Focus: Career & Technical Education, Science
