Menteeship Program

Providing a foundation of agtech through the platform of communications and storytelling.

Mentees use a variety of digital tools, including video, photography, and writing, to document a special AgTech project related to AI and climate change being led by a team of researchers at the University of California, Merced. Through hands-on storytelling, participants gain practical experience while learning more about agtech and opportunities in this rapidly growing field.

The program targets college and university students as well as individuals early in their careers, with an emphasis on women from underserved populations. By combining mentorship, applied learning, and real-world projects, the program supports both skill development and professional growth.

The storylines identified through the project are communicated across multiple content channels and platforms, including social media, digital newsletters, and micro videos. These interconnected formats work together to spotlight agtech and amplify the reach of the mentees’ work.

Participants in the program are offered opportunities to network and learn from stakeholders in agrifoodtech, including entrepreneurs, investors, educators, and community leaders. Engagement takes place through a series of webinars that allow participants to connect directly with speakers and actively engage in discussion.

From Farms to Incubators is a multimedia storytelling platform that showcases the stories of women in agtech, with a mission to connect, elevate, and inspire women across the agrifoodtech ecosystem. The initiative includes an award-winning documentary, a book, and articles that have been featured in outlets such as Forbes Women, Worth magazine, and Techonomy.

From Farms to Incubators was founded and is led by Amy Wu, an award-winning writer focused on the women’s agriculture and agtech movement.

For more information about the From Farms to Incubators Menteeship Program, please email

amy@farmstoincubators.com