Our Vision

The Killebrew Ag Foundation (KAF) is dedicated to propelling the future of Mississippi’s farming industry through innovation and education. Mississippi agriculture is a $9.72 billion industry and the average age of a Mississippi farmer is 62. It is imperative for our future and economy to train new farmers. Our focus is on nurturing young men and women by offering immersive learning in diverse areas of farming, such as agronomy, entomology, nutrient management, data analysis, business, and financial management. Our goal is to create a resilient and innovative generation of farmers, preserving the time-honored tradition of farming while integrating modern techniques and self-discovery.

KAF honors the legacy of Keath Killebrew, Sr. through agricultural education and entrepreneurship. We want to inspire young farmers to dream and achieve by providing hands-on farming education while remembering Keath’s motto, “Never Give Up.”

Scholarship & Apprenticeship Programs

The focus of the Killebrew Ag Foundation is nurturing young men and women by offering immersive learning in diverse areas of farming, such as agronomy, entomology, nutrient management, data analysis, business, and financial management. Our goal is to create a resilient and innovative new generation of farmers, preserving the time-honored tradition of farming while integrating modern techniques and self-discovery.

We offer post-secondary scholarships to students pursuing certification, training, or post-secondary education in agriculture.

Our NEW Apprenticeship program is launching soon. This program is a two-year paid residential student apprenticeship providing experience and education in data-driven farming and land-based learning.