Have you ever dreamed of starting your own gardening or farming business?
It can sound romantic and whimsical, can’t it?
But what's really involved in running a seasonal business around growing things? How do you manage the season or even your day around harvesting and delivering plant material?
This week, I share an episode I actually recorded for some of my students. You see, I have a secret podcast called Seedy Conversations® where I give the back story on businesses, homesteaders and bloggers. We dive into what makes them tick.
Well, this episode is from those archives. I interviewed Erin Benzakein who has been on the Living Homegrown Podcast before (Episode #95). But this time, Erin pulls back the curtain and gives a snapshot of what life is like as a small organic farmer in the state of Washington.
Erin is the top floral farmer-florist in the country and she spills the beans on what it really means to run a small family farm.
And the good news is that Erin finds her business to be rewarding and inspiring each and every day. I think you will love her story!
You'll learn: About a typical day in the life of a farmer-florist What is the best gear to wear in the field Which crops to grow for market The magical time for taking garden photos The 1 morning practice that sets you up for success in your day Top advice for anyone considering becoming a farmerYou can get more information about Erin, her farm and all the links mentioned in this episode in the show notes at www.LivingHomegrown.com/119 as well as a full transcript of the show.
LH 92: Q & A Episode on Homemade Vinegars, Liqueurs & Greek Yogurt
LH 91: How to Use All of Your Harvest
LH 90: Two Ways to Preserve Fresh Herb Flavor for Later
LH 89: Permaculture 101
LH 88: Attracting Beneficial Insects to Your Organic Garden
LH 87: Simple Organic Gardening Hacks
LH 86: Redeem Your Ground with Doug Scott
LH 85: The Many Benefits of Raising Backyard Rabbits
LH 84: Raising Backyard Ducks
LH 83: Important Garden Lessons From The Experts
LH 82: Healing Gardens - Tapping into the garden to relax and heal
LH 81: Steamed Puddings & Traditions
LH 80: How to Grow Veggies Through Winter
LH 79: The 25 Days of Kindness Project
LH 78: How to Create Living Centerpieces with Baylor Chapman
LH 77: Three Indoor Kid-Friendly Garden Projects: Bulbs, Wheatgrass & Mushrooms
LH 76: Starting an Organic Backyard Farm
LH 75: Creating an Epic Edible Garden
LH 74: Super Easy Homemade Yogurt [Encore]
LH 73: Canning Jar Storage Tips [Encore]
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