• Mentee Application

    2027 Winter/Spring Mentorship Session: Feb 15th - July 15th, 2027

  • Welcome!

    Our Humane Farming Mentorship Program is tailored for farmers seeking personalized, one-on-one guidance from an experienced pasture-based, humane farming mentor. 

    Steps to becoming a FACT Mentee:

    1. Complete Mentee Application (this document)
    2. Attend an initial phone call interview with FACT Mentorship Coordinator 
    3. Interview up to three mentors and choose a Mentor (staff will provide these contacts)
    4. Complete the Mentee Agreement form and submit your fee
    5. Begin routine meetings with your Mentor!

    Mentees Goals & Time Commitment

    Once matched with your mentor, you’ll work together to further identify your specific goals for the program. If you haven’t already determined your primary farm focus, we encourage you to explore some specific ideas before submitting this application. Don’t worry — through your interview and mentor-matching process, FACT staff will continue to support you in refining your goals. (Need help getting started? This this site is a great place to begin.)

    You can expect to meet with your mentor by phone or video call weekly or bi-weekly. We know time is limited for all farmers; however, staying engaged with your mentor is vital to reaching your goals and making the most of this program.

     

    We look forward to learning more about you and your farm goals!

     

  • Contact Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Which time zone are you in?*
  • In the last 12 months, have you been a MENTEE in the FACT Mentorship Program?*
  • IF YOU WERE IN A PREVIOUS SESSION, please check which track you were previously enrolled and which you are applying for today.

  • Farming Experience

     

    Which best describes your:

  • Which best describes your farming experience?*
  • Current time available to farming?*
  • Farm size/livestock numbers?*

  • Current Farm Business and Practices

    Please describe your current farming activities and business (questions regarding future goals will follow).

  • Which products make up the bulk of your sales? Please check all that apply.*
  • How do you sell the majority of your farm products? Please check all that apply.*
  • Farms current revenue? (optional)

  • Goals & Focus with a Mentor

    Please use this section to outline your goals for the 2026 program session.

    List goals that are specific to individual species of livestock you are working with. Only include areas you are ready to focus on and fully commit to during the program.

    If you do not have goals for a certain species, simply leave that section blank.

    • Poultry & Waterfowl 
    • Use the table to summarize your Poultry and Waterfowl Goals.
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    • How do you (plan to) process your meat birds?
    • Dairy Livestock 
    • Use the table to summarize Dairy species goals, if relevant.
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    • How do you (plan) to sell? Check all that apply.
    • Ruminants Intended for Meat 
    • Use the table to summarize your goals with Ruminant Livestock.
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    • Which of the following would you like specific support from a mentor? Select up to 3.
    • Pigs & Hogs 
    • Use this table to summarize your goals pertaining to pigs and hogs.
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    • Which of the following would you like specific support from a mentor? Select up to 3.
    • How do you intend to sell your product?

  • Land & Pasture Management

    If land management practices (ie, silvopasture, rotational grazing) are potentially one of your 3 goals, please complete the following section. 

    Leave it blank if you don't have a goal for land management.

  • Which methods and techniques would you like to learn, receive additional support or fine tune for your farm. Limit to 2.
  • Using the map below, which best describes your climate?
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  • Additional Sustainability or Humane Farming-Related Topics

     

  • Please select your top 3 topics for discussion and further learning. This is helpful for FACT planning!
  • Please fill in any certifications you or your farm have currently, in the past or are in process of receiving.
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  • Demographics and Submit to Complete

  • Please select all that apply. Are you a:
  • Which race/ ethnic background best describes you?

  • FACT's network encompasses a wide array of pasture-focused livestock farmers who ensure their animals have access to the following:

    1. Suitable, low-stress housing providing shade and shelter from inclement weather that ensures all animals are comfortable and safe
    2. Adequate space and ability to move freely and engage in natural behaviors
    3. Constant access to clean water and fresh air 
    4. Unmedicated and appropriate feeds, free from animal byproducts
    5. Freedom from aggression from other animals, including predators and the same species
    6. Antibiotics and medication only when medically necessary under the supervision of a veterinarian

    For more details and information about FACT's Humane Farming Standards, please visit our WEBSITE.

  • We greatly appreciate your commitment to the future of humane farming. Now get back to those farm chores!

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