TALENT DEVELOPMENT
Preparing the Workforce to Operate Next Generation Agriculture Systems
OBJECTIVE
Develop and align education and workforce training with real industry needs, opening clear pathways from early learning to careers that support the technological transformation of agriculture.
FEATURED PROGRAM
TerraTech
We match college students with paid internships across farms and technology companies, building practical skills in robotics, sensors, AI applications, and other tools essential to securing the agriculture supply chain.
FEATURED PROGRAM
Farm Robotics Academy
We bring robotics, AI, and automation programs to high schools and community colleges across California’s Central Valley. Students form teams, develop project proposals, and compete in a year-long challenge tied to real-world agricultural applications.
FEATURED PROGRAM
Ignition Grants
We provide Fresno County students with funding and mentorship to develop agriculture- and food-focused science fair projects. Our support ensures each project produces testable outcomes that matter to local growers and communities.