Rooted in the Future: Growing the Next Generation of Farmers

WWOOF is dedicated to helping the next generation of farmers get a head start through hands-on educational farming experiences. We’re also committed to increasing farm operator diversity across the USA.

Since its launch in 2021, the Future Farmer Program has supported aspiring farmers through mentorship, practical training paired with online coursework, and financial assistance. This year, 25 grants of $2500 will be awarded to experienced WWOOFers dedicated to becoming farmers. 

The program supports a 10-week WWOOFing experience in the USA, running from June 8 – August 14, 2026, and includes:  

• On-farm training from experienced WWOOF hosts, offering hands-on mentorship and real-world farming experience. 
• Weekly online classes on Crop Production, provided in partnership with Tufts University’s New Entry Sustainable Farming Project. 

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to U.S. residents only, with priority enrollment for socially disadvantaged individuals, as defined by the USDA.
• Applicants must have completed at least one visit to a WWOOF host farm before December 31st, 2025. The applicant must have stayed at the farm for a minimum of 3 nights during their visit.
• Applicants must be ID-verified and have the words “ID-verified” shown under their name on their WWOOF profile.
• Applicants must be available to WWOOF at a US host farm from June 7 – August 15, 2026.

*To view the application questions and prepare your responses, please visit our Application Questions page. 

If you’re ready to take the next step toward your farming career, submit your application by February 11th, 2026 at 11:59pm EST:

Please share this information with anyone you know who might be interested!