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Farmer Veteran Coalition Adds Four New State Chapters
USAgNet - 09/24/2020
Farmer Veteran Coalition announces new state chapters in Arkansas, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
These four new state organizations join a growing network of state chapters now numbering 13 that boast ties to a national organization dedicated to cultivating a new generation of farmers and food leaders while helping our veterans with their new post-service
mission.
The Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) is a non-profit that helps veterans pursue careers in agriculture. Headquartered in Davis, California, they service a network of over 20,000 veteran members nationwide. FVC works with the agricultural community, partners
and sponsors to support those who served our country once by defending it, and now serve a second time as farmers feeding it.
Many operate their own independent farms.
"Ever increasing numbers of our military veterans come from rural areas," says Michael O'Gorman, the project's Founder and Chief Agricultural Officer. "We find ways to offer them opportunities in agriculture. We assist veterans obtaining everything from
equipment, business plans, financial advice and training."
Rooted in its strong belief that veterans possess the unique skills and character needed to strengthen rural communities and create sustainable food systems, the organization recognizes that agriculture additionally offers veterans purpose, opportunity, and physical
and psychological benefits.
Already with chapter presence in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, FVC has a major impact at the local level.
Chapters are effective at integrating farmer veterans into local agricultural communities. They bridge the gap between a nationally driven movement and resources at the state/county level to help them achieve success in agriculture. They are essential for ensuring
members are aware of regional opportunities.
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