CALLING ALL FARMERS, RANCHERS, & FOOD PRACTITIONERS
With the help of farmers, ranchers, and advocates all over the state, the Agriculture Workforce Development Coalition helped to pass a bill during the 2021 legislative session (SB1150) that would create the first-ever state-sponsored agriculture apprenticeship program in Arizona. This 2-year pilot program, administered by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, will provide paid apprenticeships for new and beginning farmers and ranchers.
These listening sessions will help guide the development and implementation of this innovative program.
Who should attend?
New and beginning farmers and ranchers looking to participate in an apprenticeship program
Farmers and ranchers interested in hosting an apprentice
Organizations, non-profits, educational programs working with growers, ranchers, farmers or those interested in food production
Stakeholders and practitioners that provide support and technical assistance to farmers and ranchers
Individuals interested in food systems or economic development
Do I need to attend all three listening sessions?
No, please choose the listening session that fits your schedule.
Have additional questions?
Contact Jessie Gruner at jessiegruner@pinnacleprevention.org
Listening Session # 1
September 23rd @ 3 PM
Listening Session # 2
September 30th @ 3 PM
Listening Session # 3
October 14th @ 3 PM