Future Organic Farmers Grantee
Logan Wilson is a full-time student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, NC, where he studies Agribusiness and Food Industry Management. He is also involved in Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS). He chose this educational path in order to address food insecurity through sustainable agriculture.
“My future career goal is to work in a space where I can help solve food insecurity in America by increasing access to fresh, healthy produce in underserved communities,” Wilson says. “I aim to develop sustainable food systems that support food deserts and promote equitable distribution of nutritious food.”
Organic agriculture plays a crucial role in Wilson’s vision because it provides a way of growing food while preserving soil quality and reducing environmental harm. “I want to advocate for and implement organic farming practices that not only improve food production but also ensure long-term sustainability in agriculture,” he says. “By combining business strategies with organic farming methods, I hope to create innovative solutions that support small farmers, strengthen local food networks, and make organic produce more accessible and affordable for food-insecure communities.”
Logan’s Goals
Wilson comes from a proud line of seven generations of farmers and currently stewards a century farm. Serving his community is very important to him. “Through my involvement in MANRRS and my commitment to community service, I plan to advocate for policies that support organic farmers, promote regenerative agriculture, and create efficient supply chains that make organic food more affordable and accessible,” he says. “Ultimately, I aspire to help reshape the agricultural landscape by ensuring that organic farming is not only environmentally sustainable but also a viable and inclusive solution for addressing food deserts and hunger in America.”
The CCOF Foundation is proud to support producers like Logan Wilson with the Future Organic Farmers grant, which provides $5,000 scholarships to college and vocational students training for careers in organic.
If you would like to contribute to the success of Future Organic Farmers grantees like Logan Wilson, please contact the CCOF Foundation’s Donor Relations Manager Shawna Rodgers, at srodgers@ccof.org to learn more.
