Iowa farmers bridge generational gap through mentorship program

Iowa farmers bridge generational gap through mentorship program

Iowa’s Labor4Learning program pairs experienced farmers with newcomers, creating mentorships that ease farmland transition and build agricultural skills. An agriculture program in Iowa is helping new and upcoming farmers learn from seasoned ones, addressing challenges in farmland ownership and uncovering the benefits of communal connection. Practical Farmers of Iowa’s Labor4Learning program recruits farmers to teach beginners the essential skill…