Episode
Growing the Next Generation: Youth Agriculture Takes Center Stage at Twin City Farmers Market
- Podcast
- Along The Rock
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- Jul 14, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 490
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Summary
Discover how the next generation of farmers and entrepreneurs is growing right here in the Sauk Valley! On this episode of Along the Rock , host Kierstyn Long sits down with Dallas Knack of the Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce and Lori VanOosten of the Twin City Farmers Market to discuss the inaugural Youth Agriculture Market . Learn how local youth ages 5-18 are showcasing their agricultural projects, handmade products, baked goods, flowers, and more while gaining valuable entrepreneurial experience. The conversation also explores the importance of agriculture in the Sauk Valley, how programs like 4-H and FFA inspire future careers, and how the community can support the next generation of local farmers and business owners. You'll also hear about: The Sauk Valley Chamber's workforce development and agriculture initiatives The Sauk Valley Young Creators entrepreneurship program The Twin City Farmers Market's year-round schedule Upcoming events at the farmers market and opportunities for future vendors If you care about supporting local agriculture, young entrepreneurs, and community events, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Also, stay tuned until the end to learn more about upcoming events at the Twin City Farmers Market and how local vendors can get involved. 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online 🎤 Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction 00:44 – What Is the Youth & Agriculture Market? 01:48 – Launching a New Agriculture Initiative 02:42 – Supporting the Next Generation of Farmers 03:20 – Why Agriculture Awareness Matters 04:17 – What Youth Vendors Will Offer 04:48 – Upcoming Sauk Valley Chamber Events 05:46 – Connecting Yo…