Food and SustainabilityCalifornia aims to cultivate a diverse next generation of farmers through USDA fundingDecember 13, 2023 | Vicki Gonzalez | Tony RodriguezThe USDA has invested $28 million to support new farmer education programs nationwide, including $500,000 for California Bountiful Foundation's agricultural mentoring and education programs for veterans and socially disadvantaged individuals. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.