Emzie Coop, a University of Wyoming student majoring in plant production and protection, dreamed of one day opening a cut-flower operation. But, aside from participating in her local FFA chapter in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, she didn’t have a background in agriculture.
When she heard about UW’s GrowinG Internship Program for aspiring farmers and ranchers, Coop jumped at the opportunity to gain real-world experience.
In an effort coordinated by the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, the GrowinG program connects new and beginning farmers and ranchers with established Wyoming producers. Through education, mentoring, and technical assistance, GrowinG internships help budding agriculturists develop the skills they need to successfully manage their own operations.
PHOTO: Greenhouses for growing flowers. Floriculture industry. (Adobe Stock │ #324152205 – scharfsinn86)
