"American agriculture is facing a crisis. The average U.S. farmer is nearly 60, and according to American Farmland Trust research, we are losing farmland at a rate of more than 2,000 acres per day. Yet, consumer demand for organic and regenerative food continues to climb, creating an urgent need. This is not just an agricultural issue. It is an economic and cultural challenge with profound implications for our food security, our environment, and our communities."
"For too long, farming has been portrayed as a profession in decline. However, regenerative and organic agriculture offer a different, innovative vision. They represent an economy of renewal through restoring soil, rebuilding ecosystems, and creating healthier food systems. For individuals searching for meaning in their work, farming provides something rare in today's economy: the ability to see the tangible impact of labor. Planting a seed, nurturing it into food, and feeding a community is deeply rewarding."
U.S. agriculture confronts a crisis as the average farmer nears 60 and farmland is lost at over 2,000 acres per day, while consumer demand for organic and regenerative food rises. Demographic and land trends threaten food security, environmental health, and community wellbeing. Farming must be reimagined as a viable, purposeful career for newcomers including transitioning professionals, entrepreneurs, and military veterans. Regenerative and organic practices restore soil, rebuild ecosystems, and create healthier food systems. Farming offers tangible, long-term purpose through planting, nurturing, and feeding community. Rodale Institute launched a Veteran Farmer Training program in 2016 to support veterans' transitions into agriculture.
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