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Author: <span>Jennifer Ross</span>

Craig Foley, The Giving Garden at Coogan Farm

Inspired By Two Farmers

April 7, 2017 Jennifer Ross

At times you come across people who exude so much passion for what they do.  And when you connect with…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: Coogan Farm, CT, Early Girl Farm, Giving Garden, HeartBeet Farms, Hobbs Farm, inspiring farmers, Mystic

Organic Soil vs. Miracle Gro

March 21, 2017 Jennifer Ross

It’s that time of year again when elementary Science projects are almost due!  Since I have been attending soil classes…

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Posted in: Soil Filed under: organic soil, potting soil, soil
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A Trip to McEnroe Organic Farms for Organic Soil

March 10, 2017 Jennifer Ross

There is nothing like taking a drive from the hustle and bustle of Long Island and NYC to the mountainous…

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Posted in: Soil Filed under: McEnroe Organic Farm, organic potting soil, organic soil
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What is HeartBeet Farms?

February 9, 2017 Jennifer Ross

In 2007, Ann Pellegrino founded Hobbs Farm, a non profit, all-volunteer farm,  with a mission to provide fresh wholesome produce…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: growing organic produce, HeartBeet Farms, Long Island Farms, Organically grown produce, Sustainable Farm
family chocolate tour

Family Chocolate Tour at Raaka

August 5, 2016 Jennifer Ross

On August 5, 2016, I drove to Red Hook, Brooklyn with my 3 kids, Tyler, Anna, and Abby, for a…

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Posted in: Cacao Filed under: bean to bar chocolate maker, brooklyn chocolate maker, chocolate tour, raaka chocolate
organic cacao farm

Riding the Donkey to the Organic Cacao Farm

March 16, 2016 Jennifer Ross

While in the Dominican Republic, our agriculture trip took us through the entire chocolate making process from a 100+-year-old organic…

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Posted in: Cacao Filed under: cacao farm Dominican Republic, cacao farm DR, Dominican Republic organic cacao farm, organic cacao farm
Women Chocolate Makers

Women Chocolate Makers Breaking Boundaries in Dominican Republic

January 30, 2016 Jennifer Ross

I have been working with a local production company called the My Long Island TV Show for many years. They produce a…

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Posted in: Cacao, Farm to Table Filed under: CHOCAL, women chocolate makers, women chocolate makers in DR
howler monkeys of Belize

Jurassic Park Comes Alive in Belize

January 15, 2016 Jennifer Ross

It was February 2014 and I left New York in a blizzard, arriving one day early for my chocolate tour…

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Posted in: Cacao Filed under: adventures in belize, adventures in belize jungle, cacao farm belize, howler monkeys, howler monkeys belize
Cacao Pod

How Maya Mountain Cacao has Altered the Cacao Industry in Belize

January 3, 2015 Jennifer Ross

In January, 2014, I was doing some research on chocolate, one of my favorite topics. Not to mention one of…

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Posted in: Cacao Filed under: Agriculture trip to Belize, Belize cacao, Belize chocolate, Cacao in Belize, Chocolate in Belize, trip to Belize

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hearts appear everywhere in nature….💚
hearts appear everywhere in nature….💚


Jim Sanders, an environmentalist & farmer, is the
Jim Sanders, an environmentalist & farmer, is the owner of Wildflower Lane Farm in North Carolina.  Jim has some great stories about how he came into farming and his fun and not so fun experiences with trying to build a farming business. All along, Jim knew and was reminded by some friends that there had to be a better way.

Jim decided to take another approach to feeding local people. Jim came up with an idea that would enable him to do what he loved – growing food for people – while removing it from the business cycle that was proving to be unsatisfying. He would do this by shifting non profit funds used to pay for fresh produce from wholesalers and retailers to local farmers who would grow for them. 

He walked into the office of a local non profit called Table, explained his concept, and asked them to try it out with him.  The Executive Director of TABLE, who you will hear from directly in an upcoming episode, after a little due diligence, was open to Jim’s idea, shifted some funds his way, and took the leap of faith.  And every year since, TABLE has shifted more funds to growing with local farmers vs. purchasing produce, demonstrating the strength and impact of Jim’s concept. 

Jim’s idea has had a direct impact on food security in NC and beyond. This is also a testament that existing local organizations can and should collaborate and join forces, shift funds to local sourcing, and ultimately increase access to nutritious food for everyone. 

Visit the link in our bio to listen to the podcast. 
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2016, apple picking with Anna & Abby…well it app
2016, apple picking with Anna & Abby...well it appears to be more like apple eating!! They are both graduating this year - one from college and one from high school! So proud of both of them...


So this is my 53rd episode, the 1st episode launch
So this is my 53rd episode, the 1st episode launching Season 2 of the Agri-Tourist Podcast. This episode is part 2 of my interview with Marisa about coming full circle.

I have learned so much during the course of this year…and not just about farming and agriculture. I learned so much about life, about love, about passion and dedication, trusting the journey, making every day count, and about taking that leap of faith.

And I learned all of this from over 50 amazing people from all over the world.  So this episode along with Part 1, #52, are dedicated to the amazing, inspirational and passionate individuals who allowed me into their lives, their businesses and to become a little part of their journey.  Thank you for all you do! 

Join my trusted and dear friend Marisa and I as we continue to explore the last year together and venture into year 2! 

#podcast #podcasting #farmpodcast #agriculturepodcast #farmingpodcast #agritourismpodcast #tourismpodcast #chocolatepodcast


What an amazing adventure with my daughter Abby…
What an amazing adventure with my daughter Abby…Costa Rica is a magical place…and we only visited a few parts of the country! Can’t wait to explore more in the future….


So this is my 52nd episode…Part 1! One whole yea
So this is my 52nd episode…Part 1! One whole year of podcast episodes…and I have to say that I learned so much during the course of this year…and not just about farming and agriculture. I learned so much about life, about love, about passion and dedication, trusting the journey, making every day count, and about taking that leap of faith.

And I learned all of this from over 50 amazing people from all over the world.  So the next 2 consecutive episodes are dedicated to these amazing, inspirational and passionate individuals who allowed me into their lives, their businesses and to become a little part of their journey.  Thank you for all you do! 

Join my trusted and dear friend Marisa and I for the next 2 weeks as we explore the last year together!



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