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The Savings Incentive Program Class of 2024

At Practical Farmers, we know that having access to mentors and peers is key to success as a new farmer. For more than 12 years, our Savings Incentive Program has helped by pairing beginning and aspiring farmers with experienced farmer mentors, learning and peer networking opportunities and business planning support to help them be successful. Over the course of two years, the SIP Class of 2024 will focus on business planning, building their network and investing capital as they start their farming journeys. During their time in the program, participants will invest up to $2,400 into their farm savings account. After successfully completing the program, Practical Farmers of Iowa matches their savings dollar for dollar, up to $2,400, to use toward the purchase of a farm asset. New this year, we're also excited to offer additional funds to five farmers of color. Please give our our Savings Incentive Program Class of 2024 a warm welcome - we can't wait to see what you do!

Maja BlackMaja Black

Sundog Farm & Local Harvest CSA Solon, IA Meet Maja    

DaQuan CampbellDaQuan Campbell

We Arose Co-op Waterloo, IA Meet DaQuan    
Jenna and Adam Cook

Jenna & Adam Cook

Clovergold Flower Farm Waterloo, IA Meet Jenna and Adam    
Rose Danaher

Rose Danaher

Amana, IA Meet Rose      
Elana Gingerich

Elana Gingerich

East Holbrook Chestnut Grove Parnell, IA Meet Elana  
Mari Hunt Wassink

Mari Hunt Wassink

Black Earth Gardens Cedar Rapids, IA Meet Mari    
Yvette Irakoze
Photo courtesy of Kathryn Gamble

Yvette Irakoze

West Des Moines, IA Meet Yvette      
Kevin Martin

Kevin & Kendra Martin

Holdfast Farmstead Mount Ayr, IA Meet Kevin and Kendra    
Ashley and Zachary Wenke

Ashley & Zachary Wenke

Pleasant Grove Homestead Montezuma, IA Meet Ashley and Zachary      
Carlos Williams

Carlos Williams

Williams Top Soil Solon, IA Meet Carlos      
Ethan and Carly Zierke

Carly & Ethan Zierke

Sweet Season Farm Decorah, IA Meet Carly and Ethan