Young farmers are knee deep in local agriculture and despite the huge challenges of making a living farming, they're thrilled with their calling.
In a time of deep economic uncertainty and concerns with our food system, interest is gaining around one of the oldest and most noble vocations. From Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Philomath, Oregon, these 21 young farmers are knee deep in local agriculture and despite the tremendous challenges of making a living farming, they're thrilled with their calling. Meet the newest crop of American farmers.
Photos courtesy of FarmPlate.com. To learn more, check out FarmPlate's young farmers profile series.