Expanding and Diversifying Careers in Sustainable Food Systems along the US-Mexico Border

OUR MISSION

Better Food Futures (BFF) NextGen at SDSU is a collaborative initiative dedicated to restoring our food systems. We empower a diverse new generation of professionals to tackle global climate pressures through the power of regenerative agriculture and sustainable development. By bridging the gap between ecology and food production, we are building a more resilient future for our planet.

"The future isn't a destination. It’s a standard we set today."

- NextGen student

OUR CAUSE

Global pressures are pushing our food systems to a breaking point, causing environmental decay and unstable livelihoods. We harness regenerative agriculture to not just sustain the land, but actively renew it. From sustainable oyster farming at "El Pedregal" to protecting migratory bird habitats in San Quintín, we focus on circular economies and environmental health. By restoring what has been lost, we create a resilient foundation for the next generation of leaders to protect our shared natural resources.

OUR OBJECTIVES

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UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARS

Empowering 240 undergraduate students through focused experiential learning, classroom-based research, and field schools that connect community knowledge with regenerative agriculture.

TARGETED SCHOLARSHIPS

Providing 50 scholarships for participants in specialized workshops, ensuring students from diverse backgrounds have the financial support to lead the next generation of food science.

STRATEGIC PARTNERS

Collaborating with over 32 internal and external stakeholders, including four USDA agencies and three Mexico-based universities, to build a diverse and resilient FANH workforce.

Address

Biology Department,

5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182

Phone

(619) 594-3080

Email

BFF.Nextgen@sdsu.edu