ALBA’s program touches on many issues confronting us today, such as immigration policy, farmworker poverty, the rural economy, climate change, and the lack of diversity, youth and mid-size family farms in American agriculture. The list of educational materials on these topics is lengthy, so we don’t intend for this to be a comprehensive or final list. Instead, consider the launch of our website in March of 2021 to be the start of a process of building a robust archive of resources on equitable and sustainable food systems. Please e-mail us to suggest entries at info@albafarmers.org.
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Build a Brighter Future for Farm Workers At ALBA
We believe in the potential of every farmworker to become an independent and successful farmer. Our commitment to creating opportunities through the Farmworker Opportunity Center is a testament to this belief.
Despite years of experience, many Latino farmworkers earn a mere $30,000 annually, facing barriers to career advancement. Our unique program offers land-based training in organic farm management, empowering these dedicated individuals to take charge of their futures.
The Farmworker Opportunity Center represents ALBA’s largest investment, designed to expand our classroom and workspace, allowing us to provide essential training and resources to even more farmers. This center will not only support individuals in achieving their dreams but will also serve as a hub for sustainable farming education, attracting researchers and media to highlight the potential of Latino farmers as leaders in the organic farming movement.
We have already begun this important project, securing 20% of the estimated $2 million cost. However, we need your help to reach our goal. By donating, you can be a part of this transformative journey, helping farmworkers become the future of sustainable agriculture.
Visit montereycountygives.com/alba and be part of this vital mission.
Investing in the education of immigrant farmworkers, and others, to help them escape from poverty and take part in the next generation of organic family farms is a fledgling cause to say the least. But one that is very worthwhile. Doing so, will tip the balance of American agriculture to favor greater equity and opportunity for marginalized works while mitigating climate change and providing a needed boost to our rural economies.
Join us in our mission.