Ben Brock, Program ManagerBen joined us as farm manager in March of 2022, having most recently served as director of farm development at Little Buddy Farm in Fruitland, Idaho. He grew up in Hailey and has lived in Boise since 2001. Ben is an avid rafter, hiker, skier and biker and spends as much time outdoors with his family as his busy farming schedule will allow. He earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Williams College and completed a master's degree in leadership for sustainability at the University of Vermont. Prior to his career in farming, Ben guided on the Middle Fork of the Salmon and then served as the outdoor program director at Riverstone International School, where he led K-12 students on adventures around Idaho and the West.
Jordan Unger, Operations AssistantJordan was born and raised in Boise and recently moved back after spending most of the last decade living out of state. Most recently, he received his master’s degree in journalism from the University of Montana where he gained a deep appreciation for writing and telling the stories of marginalized groups of people. Jordan has a variety of different professional work experiences including working in outdoor education, on small vegetable farms and as a journalist. He is excited to join the Global Garden’s team as the Operations Assistant and particularly enjoys the community building aspect inherent in farming. Outside of work, Jordan enjoys reading, discovering new international music and any type of aquatic situation.
Harrison Yates, Farm AssistantHarrison was born in Boise and spent part of his childhood in Oregon before moving back nearly a decade ago. He’s currently studying biology in college and is especially interested in wildlife and environmental sciences. Wanting to spend more time outside and gain hands-on experience, he joined the Global Gardens team to learn the ins and outs of farming from the ground up. He’s found it rewarding to witness the growing process firsthand—something you don’t always appreciate when only seeing the end product. Early mornings have been a shift, but the honest, purpose-driven work makes it worth it. One day, Harrison hopes to have a farm of his own and values the skills and perspective he’s building every day. When he's not working, he enjoys camping, hiking, and playing guitar whenever he gets the chance.
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David Goff, Farm ManagerDavid Goff is a passionate farmer from Boise who is dedicated to sustainable and organic farming practices that prioritize the health of the soil and the environment. David's deep love and respect for the land inspired him to pursue his dream of regenerative agriculture where he focuses on restoring soil health, reducing waste, and creating a sustainable future for generations to come. He firmly believes that the way we treat the land has a direct impact on the environment including soil health, water quality, and food nutrition. He is also a proud owner of a young yellow Labrador named Babe who shares his love for the farm.
America Yorita-Carrión, Food Hub ManagerAmerica is a first-generation U.S. immigrant from Mexico, raised in a migrant farmworker family in Washington state. Her cultural roots and upbringing fostered a profound connection to Mother Nature, which she now gets to channel into her work in human services and community engagement. Inspired by her peques (little ones), America co-founded Peques Nature Club in 2022—a bilingual outdoor program promoting culturally-affirming experiences and community-driven conservation efforts. As the Food Hub Manager at Global Gardens, America sees this role as a full-circle opportunity to continue advocating for equitable access to resources for underrepresented communities while expanding her commitment to environmental stewardship. America holds a B.A. in Sociology from Whitman College and a Master’s of Education in Educational Leadership from Boise State University. America also loves dancing, singing Spanish karaoke, and exploring the outdoors with her family and friends—soaking in nature’s beauty year-round.
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