Arcadia: Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture Veteran Farmer Program
Arcadia offers a unique Veteran Farmer Program. They believe that the solution to assisting veterans be successful in farming is by paying veterans to learn to farm, assisting them in finding affordable land, providing easier market access for the food they produce, and reinvigorating the farm sector. They provide a multi-layered, hands-on learning experience with their program. The program has three components: Veteran Farmer Reserve Program, Veteran Farmer Fellowship Program, and Veteran Farmer Land Access. Learn more about Arcadia's program at: arcadiafood.org/programs/veteran-farmer-program
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Homegrown by Heroes: The Official Farmer Veteran Branding Program of America
Homegrown by Heroes (HBH) official branding label serves to show consumers that the products donning that seal were raised by military veterans in agriculture. Any operation sporting the logo is an official HBH certified operation. Veterans of any branch, who served in any era (including those currently serving), or those who received an honorable discharge are eligible. Agribusinesses and farm/ranch operations who consistently maintain at least 50% veteran ownership AND a minimum 50% veteran management control may also apply. Applicants must be a member of the Farmer Veteran Coalition to qualify. To learn more about becoming a HBH certified operation visit: farmvetco.org/hbh/ Available through the Farmer Veteran Coalition are grants through the Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund. This small grant program provides direct assistance to veterans who are in the beginning phases of ranching or farming. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. FVC has granted over $1.9 million dollars since 2011.
Veterans from any branch, of any era (including those currently serving) may apply for a grant. Veterans must have received an honorable discharge to qualify. If selected, there are a few other general requirements. To learn more about the Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund or to apply, visit them at: farmvetco.org/fvfellowship/. Applications are OPEN February 3rd-March 6th, 2020. Farmer Veteran Coailtion: Mobilizing Veterans to Feed America
FVC is currently the largest non-profit in the US dedicated to helping veterans and those currently serving in the military begin careers in agriculture. They have chapters in ten states, however, veterans from any where in the US are able to become members. Membership in the FVC is required to access the resources available through them including membership discounts from Kubota, FarmTek, Oregon Tilth and more. FVC also offers information on resources, internships, and mentorship programs. They offer advice on business plans and help with creation and implementation. They began in 2007 and have paved the way for military veterans in agriculture since! Learn more about what FVC has to offer at: farmvetco.org/about-us/ AgrAbility: Cultivating Accessible Agriculture
The National AgrAbility Project helps military veterans of any branch who chose a career in agriculture as their "next mission." This organization also helps those with disabilities, functional limitations, and beginning farmers who desire an ag career. Their resources specifically for veteran farmers include training and employment, financial assistance, resource guides and conference presentations. To learn more about AgrAbility and to contact them about their Veterans & Beginning Farmers programs, check out their website: www.agrability.org/resources/veterans/ |
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