Farmer Apprenticeship Program
The Farmer Apprenticeship program is designed to support potential new farmers with access to land, education, markets, community, and mentorship.
In a world with an aging farmer population and industrial ag practices directly contributing to climate change and environmental devastation, training the next generation of farmers in sustainable and regenerative agriculture is critical to feeding ourselves and future generations with clean, safe, and nourishing foods.
Meet our 2023 Farmer Apprentices!
Anna Cook and Anna Lick began working and learning on Sweet Beet Farm through our Extended Learning Opportunities (or ELO’s) as high school students at Kearsarge Regional School District.
They are now our farmer apprentices for the 2023 season.
We’re so excited to support their continued learning journey in regenerative agriculture!
Cassie and Jake went from our first ever Farmer Apprentices to staff here at the Kearsarge Food Hub! Cassie is our Food Access Manager running Sweet Beet Market and food donations. Jake is a full time farmer on Sweet Beet Farm!
In 2021, Kearsarge Food Hub developed the Farmer Apprenticeship Program, alongside community partners Colby-Sawyer College and Dorothy and Andy Jeffrey.
Through this collaboration, we’re able to do our part in growing the next generation of farmers.
This apprenticeship creates a foundation from which the individuals can start their farming journey or work in any number of positions within the local food industry.
Farm Apprenticeship Video Playlist