That’s because there is a national aging trend that indicates over 40% of farmers are 65 plus, and this is only expected to continue with the comparatively small number of young people intending to become farmers.
So, why would a young person become a farmer? I ask myself this question every time I stop at a produce stand and see how hard these men and women work. I was so curious, in fact, that I reached out to several local farmers to find out what challenges they’re currently facing.
What is the biggest challenge you currently face in your business?…