RELEASE: Young Farmers joins a global coalition calling to integrate a food systems approach at COP28
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jessica Manly, Communications Director National Young Farmers Coalition press@youngfarmers.org, 518-643-3564 Washington, D.C. (November 29, 2023) The National Young Farmers Coalition (Young Farmers) joins a global coalition calling to reinforce the urgency of integrating a food systems approach within the United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties (COP28) of the United Nations Framework […]
How Do I Apply for the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program?
Are you interested in applying for the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program but need more information? The deadline to apply is January 13, 2024. Here are more details about completing the application. If you need more information or would like to receive technical assistance in completing your application please contact Rachael Stewart at Rachael@youngfarmers.org. There […]
Do I Qualify For the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program?
Are you curious about whether or not you qualify for the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP)? Check out the eligibility requirements below. The deadline to apply is January 13, 2024 To be eligible you must have: Experienced discrimination, prior to January 1, 2021, by the USDA in its farm lending programs, which are currently […]
Young Farmers November 2023 Newsletter
We’re excited to share that the National Young Farmers Coalition (Young Farmers) delivered a letter to House and Senate Agriculture Committee leadership signed by 175 national, regional, and local organizations in support of the Increasing Land Access, Security, and Opportunities Act (H.R.3955, S.2340). Collectively, the organizations and businesses on this letter represent and serve nearly seven million people across […]
Celebrating the 2023 Muck Boot Chapter Capacity Grant Recipients
At Young Farmers, our Chapters are at the heart of our grassroots work, led by farmers around the country working on the ground to build the farming future that we envision. Chapter leaders bring a wide array of skills and experience to their organizing work and are deeply rooted in their farming communities. Resourcing the […]
Young Farmers and over 70 organizations call on Congress to include the Small Farm Conservation Act in the 2023 Farm Bill
Young farmers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis and need support to continue implementing solutions on their farms. However, they often face barriers to accessing federal conservation programs, because their farms and ranches tend to be small. Farmers should not have to choose between meeting their bottom-line and investing in conservation to protect […]
Release: Biden Administration Announces Progress in Student Debt Relief
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Evan Flom, Campaign Communications Manager National Young Farmers Coalition press@youngfarmers.org, 518-643-3564 x 742 Washington, D.C. (October 5, 2023) On Wednesday, October 4, 2023, the White House announced that an additional $9 billion in student debt relief has been approved for 125,000 Americans. This brings the total student debt canceled during the […]
RELEASE: Representative Caraveo (D-CO) introduces legislation to support young farmers in building climate solutions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Evan Flom, Campaign Communications Manager National Young Farmers Coalition press@youngfarmers.org, 518-643-3564 x 742 Washington, D.C. (October 4, 2023) On Friday, September 8, Representatives Yadira Caraveo (D-CO), Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), and Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) introduced the Small Farm Conservation Act (H.R.5354) in the House. If enacted, this bill […]
RELEASE: The National Young Farmers Coalition and 175 organizations call on Congress to support equitable land access in the next farm bill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Evan Flom, Campaign Communications Manager National Young Farmers Coalitionpress@youngfarmers.org, 518-643-3564 ext. 742 Washington, D.C. (October 3, 2023) On September 20, the National Young Farmers Coalition (Young Farmers) delivered a letter to House and Senate Agriculture Committee leadership signed by 175 national, regional, and local organizations in support of the Increasing Land […]
Release: National Young Farmers Coalition Advocates for Land Access in Senate Hearing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Yahaira Cáceres, Policy Team Manager National Young Farmers Coalition yahaira@youngfarmers.org Washington D.C. (September 28, 2023) – Yesterday morning, the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry held a hearing titled “Foreign Ownership in U.S. Agriculture.” The hearing, chaired by U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) and featuring Ranking Member John Boozman (R-Ark.), […]