Grow the Future

Focus: Inspiring local youth in food production and land regeneration.​

Background: Grow the Future is a social enterprise offering hands-on training, engagement and employment opportunities to local youth to develop their interest, skill and understanding of food production and local food systems.​

Circular innovation: Through school-based programs and certified training certificates, Grow the Future build the skills and experience of the next generation in horticulture, ecosystem management and business. The vocational training is hosted in their market garden, small animal space and native regeneration zones, where produce grown is sold through local businesses and a weekly produce market. ​

Impact and future development: Engaging youth in land management and the outdoors empowers young people to build their skills and social confidence to take into any future endeavours, as well as prioritising seasonal production and produce.​

For more information: www.growthefuture.com.au.​