"NC Growing Together made me a better student. It really gave me the opportunity to understand agriculture on a big scale.”

“FYI was really helpful in building my professional development. I’ve learned how to advocate and how to define justice. Everything I’ve learned carries through the work I’m doing with Bonner [Scholars] and my Major.”

“CEFS has had a huge impact on my career path. Honestly, one of the reasons I took this position [at NC State] was so that I could continue working with CEFS.”

“I really credit Community Food Strategies and NC Growing Together for helping me find my place in agriculture.”

“The Local Food Supply Chain Apprenticeship sent me down the career path of food supply chains.  I discovered how business can fit into sustainable agriculture.”

“CEFS is my career path. I wouldn’t have been prepared for my current job without my previous experience with CEFS. As far as training, experiences, networking, all the mentors I work with – it’s pretty ideal!”