Voelker, EmilyResearch emphasizes the importance of the growth of small, local farms, and the upcoming generation of farmers. Explores the challenges the new, young farmer faces, including access to knowledge, capital, and land, in particular. Addresses the generational gap in the farming community, and details resources for the new farmer and current legislation regarding their issues.en-USsmall farmssustainabilityland accessyoung farmersGrounding the New FarmerResearch paper