Young Farmers Values
We give credit where it is due, proactively and generously.
What is Gracious and Celebratory?
We value new perspectives and new ideas as a recognition that our work needs to continually evolve in order to be successful.
What is Honoring Multiple Perspectives?
We recognize that failure is an inevitable step on the journey to learning, growth, and success.
What is Adaptable and Dynamic?
We recognize that stress in farming and ranching communities results from and is deeply connected to historic and ongoing racism and inequity in our country and its agricultural and healthcare systems.
We are thoughtful about the impacts of our approac and accountable in our follow through
What is Intentional and Sustainable?
We recognize that reciprocity and generosity are the building blocks of collaboration.
What is Collaboration?
We actively foster stability and psychological safety for our colleagues and explicitly name opposing actions
What is Accountable and Trustful?
We respect knowledge and expertise, and will look to prior projects, community practices, and existing programs to direct and guide our work.
What is Evidence and Effectiveness?
We move from a growth mindset, admitting when we don't have the answers and seeking out opportunities to learn.
What is Transparent and Direct?
We will seek to position farming communities as leaders in this work and provide opportunities for farmers and farmworkers to actively participate and lead our efforts.
What is Farmer and Farmworker Informed?