Veterans Grow More Than Crops | Raleigh News

Veterans Grow More Than Crops | Raleigh News

Published: September 10, 2026

Duration: 1:42

A nonprofit in North Carolina is turning former military members into farmers, offering not just agricultural training but a vital sense of community and purpose. As the farming population ages and the industry faces labor shortages, this program bridges two worlds: helping vets transition to civilian life while building a stronger agricultural future. With a $250,000 state grant, they’re expanding support—especially for those waiting on VA benefits—to help veterans heal, grow, and find new meaning under the open sky.

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