Launching Young Farmers
August 21 -22 2026
Swoope, Virginia
Hosted by Joel Salatin at Polyface Farms
From No Land. No Money. To Full-Time Farming.
"I was 20, no land, no money and I'm full time farming in my 30's"
In 2026, we're bringing together eight young farmers who started with nothing and built real businesses -some owning land, some leasing, some solo, some partnered, some married, some not.
Over two powerful days, they'll share the unfiltered truth behind their journeys:
- What worked - and what didn't
- The failures, setbacks, and hard lessons
- The breakthroughs that made profitability possible
- The patterns and principles that turned ideas into income
This is not theory. This is real-world farming experience, shared by people who were once exactly where you are now.
You'll walk away with proven strategies you can apply immediately - whether your dreaming of starting a farm or working to make your current operation more efficient, resilient, and profitable.
Why This Gathering Matters
America has never had a greater need - or opportunity - for young farmers. This can-do future-focused gathering is designed to equip, inspire and connect the next generation of agricultural leaders.
What's Included
- Polyface breakfast and lunch both days
- Vendors and resources you can use right away
- Life-giving fellowship with people who get it
- Honest stories that turn obstacles into opportunity
- Plenty of time for you questions
Each testimony brings fresh creativity to common hurdles - and practical solutions you can model on your own farm. You'll leave knowing that farm success is not out of reach - and with the confidence that your path forward is possible.
The ideas and systems shared here have the potential to reshape American agriculture.
Come learn. Come connect. Come be part of the team.
$300 per person for 2full days and 4 meals.
Call today for more information or to register 800-748-9808