
Me and Adler hanging out in our heavily mulched garlic
The longer I’m in the agricultural world, the more I realize that there is food, and then there is FOOD. Food produced in the conventional system uses synthetic chemicals as a substitute for healthy soil. The promise of chemicals in the agricultural system was that of higher yields, less work, less weeds, and greater profits. […]

Young Agrarians Apprenticeship: Reflections from Steel Pony Farm
Ohhhhhh the farm! When I think about my time spent as an apprentice at Steel Pony Farm, my heart just warms right up and my face turns into this expansive grin. It was seriously the best time. I’m stoked to have the chance to say a few words about it! Apprenticing at Steel Pony Farm […]

The Life in the Soil and Why It Matters
I’m not a certified organic grower and I’m no expert in organics. I understand that there are some good arguments in favor of organic certification. It just doesn’t feel right to me. While I wish I created more opportunities for meaningful connections with my customers, those meaningful connections are what I truly desire. I really […]