To serve historically underserved Iowans by providing access to land, specialty crop production, and new farm business development.
Lease parcels of land to new farmers for new business development (specialty crops).
Deliver or connect new farmers to wrap-around support services for building a successful enterprise: business planning, marketing, agronomy, banking.
Connect new farmers to sustainable markets.
To practice environmental sustainability by building a vibrant and healthy ecosystem to support farming for future generations
Implement regenerative agricultural techniques to improve soil health and water quality.
Utilize science-based practices to enhance biodiversity.
To create meaningful experiences for members of our community.
Inspire our youth and community to connect with the land.
Deliver educational opportunities necessary to continue farming into the future.
Motivate corporate partners and the private giving community to improve food security and financial independence in our community through funding farm operations and programming.