More and more young people in their 20s and 30s are turning to farming as a career. They look down on industrial farming and flock to a culture that demands grass-fed and pasture-raised meats. Yet, their interest is hindered by the lack of access to land and money needed to buy equipment. And “the lost generation” has made it difficult to find mentors, leaving young people searching social networking site to learn more about farming. Read more (New York Times).
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