North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Awards Issued Prior to January 20, 2025, Were Funded Under Previous Administrations and May Not Reflect the Priorities and Policies of the Current Administration. Saplings Prepares Students for Meaningful Careers in Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Human Sciences (FANH) by Providing Hands-on Activities, Mentoring, Academic Help, and Career Exploration From Grades 5 Through College. Saplings Aligns With Usda NEXTGEN'S Goals by Building Strong Educational Pathways and Preparing a Skilled Workforce That Reflects the Communities Served by 1890 Land-grant Universities.problem-too Many Students Miss Out on Early Exposure to Fanh Careers, While Schools Often Lack the Tools to Spark Sustained Interest or Guide Progress in These Vital Fields. Meanwhile, the Urgent Demand for a Well-trained Workforce Grows as Our Communities Face Critical Challenges in Food Systems, Environmental Sustainability, and Public Health.