Having food grown locally is important. Engaging youth in the future is vital. The Rising Roots Youth Farm is doing both as we provide hands on experience and real world knowledge of how to grow food, flowers, and herbs. With hands on experiences and weekly training on the importance of food sovereignty, the history of food production in the Mississippi Delta, and the challenges and benefits of growing using regenerative methods youth leave with a new outlook on themselves, their community, and what they can do to bring about real change. As a first time job for many of the youth we also guide and help them in workplace etiquette and professionalism to ensure they have a strong start in whatever path they choose to pursue.