Any solution to the challenges facing the agricultural sector must include leadership from populations historically excluded from such positions, including women, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, and economically disadvantaged individuals. CEFS continues to inspire new agricultural and food system career pathways, with the goal of increasing the pool and diversity of trained new [...]

When the pandemic magnified the deep inequities and challenges that affect our food system, it presented an opportunity to further strengthen our community partnerships. Many CEFS initiatives serve as conveners and connectors to help those most impacted by food system issues to come together to determine solutions. For example, more than 35 food councils [...]