Vincent Leggett
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Vincent recently earned their B.S. in Environmental and Sustainability Sciences from Northeastern University. They developed a passion for food justice and sustainable agriculture while working on small organic farms as both a farmer and a youth educator. A born-and-raised New Englander, Vincent loves all things outdoors—especially snow and maple syrup. They are now based in Boston.

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