support young(er) farmers (than us)

Our friend Heidi back in Carlisle, PA is starting this great project to teach youth about sustainable farming & food. Specifically, the program will give 14-18 year olds a paid internship for six weeks this summer to work on some great farms we know and in some area restaurants to get hands-on experience with the implications of farming, food culture and the food system as a whole. Not trying to tell you what to do but you should totally donate to this project (tax deductible!) The USDA stated that the average age of American farmers was 57 in 2007- teaching young people about farming and encouraging a culture of food at a young age are two of the most important things that need to happen in order to advance positive change within the food system. Go Heidi & L.E.A.F.!