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The S.A.V.E. Farm\n\nA gap exists between the need for new farmers in our country and a large potential population of new farmers that exists within our veteran and transitioning servicemember populations. The average age of farmers in the U.S. is approaching 60 with 40% over 65. Sixty-three percent (63%) of our farms may be in the last generation. Therefore succession planning is critical in the country's farming future.\n\n2.3\xa0million\xa0veterans and transitioning servicemembers\xa0are looking for a meaningful way to live life. A high percentage\xa0of them indicate an interest in farming. Therefore, a tremendous opportunity exists.\n\nTo bridge the gap, a pathway to farming for our veterans and servicemembers is needed. Servicemember Agricultural\xa0Vocation\xa0Education, or S.A.V.E farm, will bridge the gap\xa0providing\xa0a home-like training center where they can learn to farm and heal as they are brought into the culture of agriculture. Upon completion of training, transitioning servicemembers and veterans will be matched with mentor farmers with the potential to work on, manage or own a farm.