Next Generation
Field to Future Program
A two-year-long program of learning experiences focused on gaining a deeper understanding of production agriculture, food processing, marketing, and agribusiness.
Farm Foundation Field to Future Program 2025-2027 Cohort

Sebastian Arauz
Pennsylvania State University

Lily Chen
University of Georgia

Maya Cohen
University of Connecticut

Shelton Manning Jr
South Carolina State University

Samantha Selliers
Kansas State University

Bryson Smith
Kentucky State University
Program Overview
Field to Future is a two-year leadership and career-development experience designed to inspire and prepare the next generation of agriculture and food-sector leaders.
Created in partnership with PepsiCo and the PepsiCo Foundation, the program gives undergraduate students a deep understanding of production agriculture, food processing, marketing, and agribusiness, while building professional skills and connections.
Alumni
2024 Alumni
+–Gwendolyn Childs, Oklahoma State University, Ryleigh Clayborn, West Virginia State University, Makailah Danzy, Florida A&M University, Morgan Smith, University of Florida, Joy Tate, Louisiana State University, and Gillian Villa, Kansas State University.