Young Farmers and Ranchers
Farms should identify key roles and begin leadership succession planning well ahead of any transitions—expected or unexpected.
Ag Commissioner Sid Miller and Rep. Henry Cuellar say rising costs and generational shifts are making it harder to keep young producers in the industry.
Waylon NeSmith says continuing the operation is a way to carry on the lessons and legacy his father left behind.
Accessing land is one of the biggest challenges facing the next generation of farmers and ranchers.
Discussions focused on rising costs and the future of farm policy.
Risk management and diversification improve survival odds. Heidi Exline with American Farmland Trust discusses barriers to farmland access and efforts to connect the next generation of producers with retiring farmers.
With fewer young people entering agriculture and farmers nearing retirement, industry leaders warn of challenges ahead while working to keep farming profitable and sustainable.
Tractor Supply’s Paper Clover Campaign raises millions of dollars each year for 4-H youth programs and scholarships. Local store community marketing manager Lexie Gamble joined Tuesday’s Market Day Report alongside 4-H student Matthew Rochford to discuss the partnership.
Cooperatives may need changes to attract younger producers.
The Biden Administration launched the Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access (ILCMA) program in 2023 to help underserved farmers facing barriers to land ownership.