New Farmers
According to USDA statistics, half of all current farmers in the U.S. are likely to retire in the next decade. Enlisting and supporting new farmers is essential to the future of family farms, the farm economy and healthy rural communities. Who will these new farmers be? From new farmer focus groups and requests for information, we know that they come from all backgrounds, are in all stages of development, and bring a wide range of talents and resources to their new enterprises. Resources in the link below will help you identify programs, services, and resources for new and beginning farmers.
To continue.... http://www.mredc.umd.edu/rootbeginning.html
Ginger S. Myers
Regional Marketing Specialist
Western Maryland Research and Education Center
18330 Keedysville Road
Keedysville, Maryland 21756-1104
Phone: 301.432.2767 x338
Fax: 301-432-4089
gsmyers@umd.edu
"Educating People
to Help Themselves"
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