Young farmers get essential skills from new programme I Cyn Smith, Growing Future Farmers
There is a gaping hole of farmers coming into the sheep & beef sector but there may be a shining light with the new farmer-led Growing Future Farmers programme launching in Winter 2021.
“You can’t teach farming in the classroom. We provide the training, liaison and pastoral care for our registered farm workplaces to give our young people the start they need, including a 6-week-old pup!” explains Cyn Smith, GM, Growing Future Farmers.
As a Change Maker this week on Sarah’s Country learns more about Growing Future Farmers with general manager, Cyn Smith who outlines the new programme:
For information on the Open Days around NZ in July & August 2021, visit https://growingfuturefarmers.co.nz/
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