A New Pathway for America's Next Generation of Farmers
FarmPath
FarmPath helps aspiring and beginning farmers build the knowledge, connections, and confidence needed to succeed in today’s changing agricultural system.
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What is FarmPath?
FarmPath is a national, 3-year program designed to support aspiring and beginning farmers as they explore, plan, and build viable and sustainable farm businesses.
Participants gain practical education, exposure to experienced mentors, and access to a national network of professionals working across food and agriculture. The program goes beyond production skills to help new farmers understand the systems, markets, and decisions that shape long-term success.
Supported by: The Mosaic Company Foundation for Sustainable Food Systems Pepsico Foundation and Farm Foundation
Why It Matters
America’s farming population is aging and barriers to entry — like high land costs and limited access to financing — make it hard for new farmers to succeed. FarmPath gives new entrants the tools, knowledge, and support systems they need to overcome these challenges and grow resilient agricultural enterprises.
What FarmPath Is — and Is Not
FarmPath is…
– Business training for aspiring farm entrepreneurs
– A pathway to building a viable, sustainable farm enterprise
– Access to mentors, networks, and funding opportunities
FarmPath is Not…
– A course on how to grow crops or raise livestock
– A guarantee of land, equipment, or business success
– Limited to any single type of farming or location
The Journey
The FarmPath Program Pathway
A comprehensive 3-year pathway designed to take you from aspiring farmer to successful agricultural entrepreneur.
Year 1: Learn
Learning & Exploration
Up to 300 participants
Build your agricultural business knowledge foundation through comprehensive virtual training, expert guidance, and cohort-based learning.
Learn more here.
Year 2: Build
Build Your Farm Enterprise
Up to 75 participants
Apply your knowledge with hands-on experience and personalized one-on-one mentorship from experienced agricultural entrepreneurs.
Learn more here.
Year 3: Implement
Launch & Grow
Up to $10,000 grant
Launch your farming operation with ongoing support, continued mentorship, and up to $10,000 to help implement your plan!
Learn more here.
Who It’s For
FarmPath is designed for people looking to:
Start a farm business
Grow or strengthen an existing early-stage farm
Transition into farming from another career
Diversify a family farm or community agricultural endeavor
It’s open to aspiring and beginning farmers across the U.S., and there’s no requirement to already own land.