This session will explore how youth engagement, educational innovation, and advocacy are driving the future of agriculture. Three dynamic presentations and facilitated networking will focus on practical ways to integrate agriculture into educational systems while fostering leadership and advocacy in the agricultural sector.

Harvesting Potential – Engaging Youth in Agriculture through Grants and Community Partnerships This discussion will highlight successful models that leverage funding and local collaborations to provide students with hands-on agricultural experiences, nurturing their potential as future leaders in the field.

Growing Minds – Best Practices for Implementing Agricultural Curriculum in Schools This conversation will cover best practices, curriculum development, and innovative teaching methods that make agriculture a vital and inspiring subject in the classroom, preparing students for a wide range of careers in the agri-food sector.

Cultivating Campus – A Case Study of Georgia Tech’s Urban Agriculture Initiatives Dive into a compelling case study from Georgia Tech, showcasing lessons learned from the university's student group Students Organizing for Sustainability (SOS) on how to effectively engage students in community-focused sustainability initiatives, including campus agriculture, edible landscaping, and environmental activism. Gain insights into how educational institutions can support student-led initiatives which will expand interdisciplinary knowledge of sustainability and agricultural practices while developing future leaders in the field.