The California Bountiful Foundation, a nonprofit research and education sector of the California Farm Bureau, created the Expanding Our Roots mentorship program to connect beginning farmers with experienced producers who have more than a decade of experience.
The program allows mentors to share insights with mentees on a variety of topics, including:
- Production planning
- Risk management
- Adapting to climate change
- Business management
- Regulations
- Resources and grants
- Accessing markets
Mentees also can attend educational workshops. Services are available for non-English speakers.
Enrollment applications are available for mentees and mentors.