USDA recently launched a resource for beginners in agriculture, the New Farmers website. 
The website offers in depth information for new farmers and ranchers, including: how to increase access to land and capital, build new market opportunities, participate in conservation opportunities, select and use the right risk management tools, and access USDA education, and technical support programs.
These issues have been identified as top priorities by new farmers. The website will also feature instructive case studies about beginning farmers who have successfully utilized USDA resources to start or expand their business operations.
"New and beginning farmers are the future of American agriculture," said USDA Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden. "The average age of an American farmer is 58 and rising, so we must help new farmers get started if America is going to continue feeding the world and maintain a strong agriculture economy. The new policies announced today will help give beginning farmers the financial security they need to succeed. Our new online tool will provide one-stop shopping for beginning farmers to learn more about accessing USDA services that can help their operations thrive."
To visit the website, click here.
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