The Farm & Food Systems Fellowship in Meridian, MS, is dedicated to cultivating a new generation of leaders passionate about creating a socially, environmentally, and economically just food system. This transformative program provides hands-on training and valuable mentorship without tuition, ensuring accessibility for all aspiring Fellows. Through a six-month immersive experience at the Allegheny Farm Campus, participants engage in organic food system education while collaborating with local non-profit organizations. Fellows learn to grow and distribute diverse crops, foster community gardens, and promote food and ecological literacy in schools. They also support farmers markets and develop innovative distribution channels to enhance access to healthy foods, making a real impact in their communities. Applications are accepted until March of each year, with the program typically running from May to October.