Rural Advantage’s mission is to promote the connections between agriculture, the environment and rural communities in order to improve ecological health, economic viability and rural vitality. Objectives include: - Advance landscape diversification to improve ecological health, rural vitality and farm profitability. - Cultivate a more sustainable approach to agriculture that is diverse, resilient and responsible. - Support natural and agricultural ‘systems’ thinking. - Foster rural economic development that supports rural families and local communities. - Promote increased stewardship through education, demonstration, research and implementation.