Generation Organic, or “Gen-O”, is a community of young CROPP farmer-owners or owners' children ages 16-35 years old. The program was created to support Gen-Os with leadership development and educational, marketing and networking opportunities. Joining the Gen-O Network and plugging into the Gen-O Program will allow you to be notified of conferences, leadership development opportunities, resources, breaking news and marketing activities and events.  The Gen-O Program is guided by a Task Force of Gen-Os with representation from the West, Central and East Regions.

Mission Statement: Generation Organic is a community of young CROPP farmers (16-35 years old) united by a mission to:  

Support one another with encouragement and wisdom; 
Mentor those who are considering a future in organic farming or marketing; 
Elevate the status of organic farming to a noble and desirable profession; and, Inspire the next generation of farmers through meaningful dialog, educational activities and resources and professional networking.

Download the Generation Organic Program Charter

Want to get connected to the Gen-O Network or learn more?

In addition, you can get connected to other CROPP Gen-Os by requesting to join the closed group

Farmers of Generation Organic on Facebook.