For many veterans and young farmers, agriculture represents more than a career.It represents purpose, stability, and a chance to build something lasting. But too often, the path into farming is paved with encouragement and inspiration— not with the practical financial tools needed to survive . That is why Veterans & Young Farmers Alliance (VYFA) is launching our first workshop: Finance & Budgeting for Farm Survival . The Reality Facing Veteran & Young Farmers Veterans enteri

Across the United States, aspiring new and young farmers face a daunting reality: despite growing enthusiasm, access to land and capital remains out of reach for many. Recent data reveals deep structural barriers that threaten not just individual farm dreams, but the future of U.S. agriculture, rural economies, and food security. 📊 A Demographic Shift — But Not Enough Opportunity According to the 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture , there were just over 1 million beginning farm