In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Dent, co-founder of Young Agrarians, a Canada-wide network supporting the next generation of ecological farmers.

Sarah shares the origin story of the movement, her early passion for farming, and the role photography and storytelling played in shaping the Young Agrarians brand. Together, they unpack the urgent need for farm renewal in Canada, address the systemic barriers to land access and funding, and explore creative solutions like land trusts, incubator farms, and micro-loans. Sarah emphasizes the human dimension of farming, arguing that technology alone can’t save the food system.

She also speaks candidly about the emotional and psychological toll of farming and the importance of community, mental health, and scale-appropriate agriculture. From personal stories to policy insights, this episode paints a compelling picture of what it takes to grow not just food—but farmers.