Project Overview
The first year of the Farm Dreams Apprenticeship Program (aka Cultivating Deeper Roots) developed a collaborative approach to increasing the number of New American refugee farm operations and growing their capacity to collectively market produce. The program gave New American beginning farmers an experiential education through year-round apprenticeship and mentorship. The program addresses the economic and career development needs and aspirations of the growing refugee and immigrant communities in Syracuse, NY. The first year of the program expanded education and skills in running economically and ecologically resilient farm businesses. Additionally the program reduced barriers and built capacity for New American beginning farmers to market produce through access to shared land, infrastructure, and markets to help launch their own farm businesses.
Number of Participants: 14
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