Leila Rezvani

Leila Rezvani brings a wealth of experience in conservation planning, diversified farming systems, and irrigation design to their role at American Farmland Trust. With a background in both hands-on farming and technical support, they help farmers implement sustainable practices that enhance soil health, water management, and overall farm resilience.

As a Climate Solutions Implementation Specialist in Massachusetts, Leila worked closely with NRCS to support the planning, implementation, and certification of conservation practices across the state. They developed expertise in irrigation design and implementation, assisted farmers in adopting cover cropping and soil health practices, and connected clients with contractors, service providers, and local vendors. They also supported farmers in navigating NRCS field office processes and conservation planning. Through their work, they received specialized training in soil health and pest management systems.

Leila has eight seasons of experience working on diversified vegetable and flower farms throughout the Northeast. Their roles have encompassed high tunnel management, irrigation installation and management, farm vehicle maintenance, harvest and field crew coordination, tractor-based transplanting and tillage, wash-pack and post-harvest processing, and pest management.

They are also the co-owner and manager of Keshtyar Seed Farm in Chesterfield, MA, where they oversee all aspects of seed production, harvest, processing, and marketing on a ½-acre, low-till farm.

Leila specializes in Irrigation Design and Water Management, Small-Scale Diversified Cropping Systems, High Tunnel Management, and Organic Pest Control and Soil Health.

They hold a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies and Ecological Agriculture from the University of Vermont and a Master’s Degree in Agrarian Development Studies from the International Institute of Social Studies in The Hague, Netherlands.