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100th Agri=Tourist Episode wth Arturo from Rosa di Magliano

From Scent to Syrup: The Unexpected Journey of a Rose Farm in Italy

May 17, 2026 Jennifer Ross Leave a comment

From a Single Scent to a Growing Farm What does it take for a farm to begin? Sometimes, it’s not…

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Posted in: Roses Filed under: agriculture, farm, farming, forence, italian, italy, rose, rose farm, rose syrup, roses, Tuscany
Agritourist Podcast 99

Beyond Field Trips: How Medway Community Farm Built a Fully Integrated Education Program

May 10, 2026 Jennifer Ross Leave a comment

A Farm That Teaches Differently What makes a farm truly stand out? At Medway Community Farm, it’s not just what…

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Posted in: Farm Education Filed under: agriculture, Community farm, farm, farm education, farmer, farming
The Agri-Tourist Podcast - Wright Old School Chocolate

From Bean to Bar: The Unexpected Journey into Craft Chocolate with Peter Carlson

May 3, 2026 Jennifer Ross

From Passion to Process: A Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Story What does it take to go from simply enjoying chocolate to crafting…

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Posted in: Cacao, Sustainability Filed under: bean to bar, cacao, chocolate, chocolate bars, chocolate making, chocolate tours, craft chocolate, purpose
The Agri-tourist podcast - Medway Community Farm

More Than a Farm: A Community-Driven Model of Agriculture

April 26, 2026 Jennifer Ross

What does it look like when a farm becomes more than just a place to grow food? In episode 97…

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Posted in: CSA, Farm Education Filed under: agriculture, Community farm, CSA, farm, farm education, farm events, farm store, farmer, farmers markets, food access, MA
The Farm Journal, episode 2, The AgriTourist Podcast

The Hardest Part of Agritourism Isn’t the Idea—It’s the Execution

April 23, 2026 Jennifer Ross

There’s a moment that happens when you move from inspiration… into execution. It’s exciting.It’s overwhelming.And it’s where everything starts to…

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Posted in: Agritourism Filed under: agriculture, agritourism, farm, farm tours, farmer, farming, farms, italy, organic, sicily, Tuscany
Agri-Tourist Podcast 95 Agritourism NZ

Agritourism Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Strategy: A Global Perspective from New Zealand

April 19, 2026 Jennifer Ross

Agritourism Is Evolving—And New Zealand Is Leading the Way What does it really take to turn a farm into a…

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Posted in: Agritourism, New Zealand Filed under: agriculture, agritourism, agritourist, farm, farm tour, farmer, farming, global, new zealand, tourism, travel
Fattoria Majnoni Guicciardini Agri-Tourist Podcast Episode 94

From Soil to Soul: How a Tuscan Vineyard is Redefining Organic Farming

April 12, 2026 Jennifer Ross

Nestled between Florence and Siena, overlooking the iconic towers of San Gimignano, lies a vineyard where history, sustainability, and innovation…

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Posted in: Agritourism, Tuscany, Vineyard Filed under: agritourism, agritourismo, farm tasting, farm tour, historic, olive oil, olives, organic, sustainable, Tuscany, vineyard, wine
The Farm Journal Episode 1

Farm Journal Part 1: Stepping Into the Unknown—My Return to Agriculture

April 7, 2026 Jennifer Ross

Farm Journal Part 1: The Crossroads There’s a moment when everything shifts. Not all at once—but slowly, quietly, and then…

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Posted in: Agritourism Filed under: agriculture, agritourism, community, connection, education, farm, farm journal, farming, journey, MA, podcast
Agri-Tourist Podcast Episode 93 Rooted in NC

Glitter Boots to Grassroots: Janice Wright on Farm Marketing That Works

April 5, 2026 Jennifer Ross

When I connected with Janice Wright of Rooted in NC, I knew we were going to have an honest conversation…

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Posted in: Agritourism, Marketing for Farms and Food Businesses Filed under: agriculture, farmers, farming, grassroots, market
Agri-Tourist Podcast Interview 92 with Lisa Chase

Agritourism in 2026: Global Trends, Local Impact & What’s Next

March 29, 2026 Jennifer Ross

When I first interviewed Lisa Chase in 2024, agritourism was already gaining serious momentum. Now, more than a year later…

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Posted in: Agritourism Filed under: agricutlure, agritourism, agritourist, farm, farming, global, network

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Recent Posts

  • From Scent to Syrup: The Unexpected Journey of a Rose Farm in Italy
  • Beyond Field Trips: How Medway Community Farm Built a Fully Integrated Education Program
  • From Bean to Bar: The Unexpected Journey into Craft Chocolate with Peter Carlson
  • More Than a Farm: A Community-Driven Model of Agriculture
  • The Hardest Part of Agritourism Isn’t the Idea—It’s the Execution
  • Agritourism Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Strategy: A Global Perspective from New Zealand
  • From Soil to Soul: How a Tuscan Vineyard is Redefining Organic Farming

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The Agri-Tourist Podcast, my journey back to agriculture! Join me to learn from agritourism farmers & entrepreneurs & help me build my farm strategy!

The roses are in full bloom @rosadimagliano in Tus The roses are in full bloom @rosadimagliano in Tuscany! Click on the link in the bio to listen to episode 100 with Arturo and learn all about his family’s rose farm in Italy!
In the 100th Episode (can’t believe it’s been 100 In the 100th Episode (can’t believe it’s been 100 episodes!!) of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I take you back to Italy - specifically Tuscany -  for a conversation that really captures how something small can grow into something incredibly meaningful. I sit down with Arturo, who shares the story of his family’s rose farm (Rosa di Magliano)—one that began not with a business plan, but with a moment. A scent that stopped his mother in her tracks, brought back a memory, and ultimately led to the creation of a farm rooted in tradition, curiosity, and care.

What I appreciate about this conversation is how it brings you into the rhythm of this kind of farming. This is not large-scale, fast-paced agriculture—this is intentional, seasonal, and deeply connected to time and place. From harvesting roses in the early morning to preserve their fragrance, to transforming those petals into syrup and jam, Arturo shares what it really takes to produce something so unique and so tied to both nature and tradition.

As you listen, I invite you to think about the moments that spark something bigger—and how often those moments are right in front of us. Because this story is a reminder that agriculture doesn’t always start with a grand plan. Sometimes it starts with paying attention… and being willing to follow where that leads. 

Click on the link in the bio to listen to the 100th episode of the Agri-Tourist Podcast! 

#Podcast #agriculture #tuscany #italy #rosefarm
Peace grows here 🌱💚 Peace grows here 🌱💚
In Episode 99 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, we’re c In Episode 99 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, we’re continuing the conversation with Medway Community Farm—this time taking a deeper dive into one of the most unique and impactful parts of their operation: education. If you listened to Part 1 (episode 97), you heard how this farm is rooted in community, food access, and connection. In this second part, we build on that foundation and explore how they’ve created an education model that goes far beyond what you typically see on a farm.

What makes this conversation so compelling is how intentional and layered their approach is. I’m joined again by members of the Medway Community Farm team.  First with Board Director Tina Wright and second with Education Director Marlee Blasenheim. Both individually share how the Medway education programs have evolved—from having very little structured education just a few years ago to building something that is now deeply integrated into the local school system and community. From early childhood exposure to hands-on growing experiences and beyond, this is education that grows with the learner.

As you listen, I invite you to think about what’s possible when a farm fully embraces its role as an educational space. Because what Medway has created isn’t just programming—it’s a pathway for connection, understanding, and long-term impact. And for anyone thinking about agritourism or community-based farming, there’s a lot to learn from what they’ve built here.

Click on the link in the bio to listen to the full podcast episode 99.
Thank you @assuntas_foodtruck for a delicious, he Thank you @assuntas_foodtruck  for a delicious, healthy lunch!  Open 11-6 today!
In episode 98 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I sit d In episode 98 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I sit down with Peter Carlson of Wright Old School Chocolate to explore his journey from chocolate enthusiast to bean-to-bar maker. What began as a simple curiosity—sparked by family and a few eye-opening experiences—quickly evolved into something much deeper: a desire to truly understand chocolate at its source.

There’s a quiet honesty in this conversation that I really appreciate. Peter shares what it actually looks like to step beyond being a consumer and into the role of a creator—the trial and error, the surprises, and the realization that something that seems simple… isn’t. From sourcing cacao to refining his process, his story reflects that moment so many of us have in food and agriculture—when appreciation turns into respect.

As always, this episode is about connection. Connection to ingredients, to the people and places behind them, and to the process itself. It’s also a reminder that when you take the time to understand something more deeply—even something as familiar as chocolate—it can shift the way you see it entirely. And maybe, just maybe, it invites you to get a little more curious, too.

Click on the link in the bio to listen to the full podcast with Peter Carlson. 

#Cacao #chocolate #beantobar #beantobarchocolate
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Recent Posts

  • From Scent to Syrup: The Unexpected Journey of a Rose Farm in Italy
  • Beyond Field Trips: How Medway Community Farm Built a Fully Integrated Education Program
  • From Bean to Bar: The Unexpected Journey into Craft Chocolate with Peter Carlson
  • More Than a Farm: A Community-Driven Model of Agriculture
  • The Hardest Part of Agritourism Isn’t the Idea—It’s the Execution
  • Agritourism Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Strategy: A Global Perspective from New Zealand
  • From Soil to Soul: How a Tuscan Vineyard is Redefining Organic Farming

heartbeetfarms

The Agri-Tourist Podcast, my journey back to agriculture! Join me to learn from agritourism farmers & entrepreneurs & help me build my farm strategy!

The roses are in full bloom @rosadimagliano in Tus The roses are in full bloom @rosadimagliano in Tuscany! Click on the link in the bio to listen to episode 100 with Arturo and learn all about his family’s rose farm in Italy!
In the 100th Episode (can’t believe it’s been 100 In the 100th Episode (can’t believe it’s been 100 episodes!!) of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I take you back to Italy - specifically Tuscany -  for a conversation that really captures how something small can grow into something incredibly meaningful. I sit down with Arturo, who shares the story of his family’s rose farm (Rosa di Magliano)—one that began not with a business plan, but with a moment. A scent that stopped his mother in her tracks, brought back a memory, and ultimately led to the creation of a farm rooted in tradition, curiosity, and care.

What I appreciate about this conversation is how it brings you into the rhythm of this kind of farming. This is not large-scale, fast-paced agriculture—this is intentional, seasonal, and deeply connected to time and place. From harvesting roses in the early morning to preserve their fragrance, to transforming those petals into syrup and jam, Arturo shares what it really takes to produce something so unique and so tied to both nature and tradition.

As you listen, I invite you to think about the moments that spark something bigger—and how often those moments are right in front of us. Because this story is a reminder that agriculture doesn’t always start with a grand plan. Sometimes it starts with paying attention… and being willing to follow where that leads. 

Click on the link in the bio to listen to the 100th episode of the Agri-Tourist Podcast! 

#Podcast #agriculture #tuscany #italy #rosefarm
Peace grows here 🌱💚 Peace grows here 🌱💚
In Episode 99 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, we’re c In Episode 99 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, we’re continuing the conversation with Medway Community Farm—this time taking a deeper dive into one of the most unique and impactful parts of their operation: education. If you listened to Part 1 (episode 97), you heard how this farm is rooted in community, food access, and connection. In this second part, we build on that foundation and explore how they’ve created an education model that goes far beyond what you typically see on a farm.

What makes this conversation so compelling is how intentional and layered their approach is. I’m joined again by members of the Medway Community Farm team.  First with Board Director Tina Wright and second with Education Director Marlee Blasenheim. Both individually share how the Medway education programs have evolved—from having very little structured education just a few years ago to building something that is now deeply integrated into the local school system and community. From early childhood exposure to hands-on growing experiences and beyond, this is education that grows with the learner.

As you listen, I invite you to think about what’s possible when a farm fully embraces its role as an educational space. Because what Medway has created isn’t just programming—it’s a pathway for connection, understanding, and long-term impact. And for anyone thinking about agritourism or community-based farming, there’s a lot to learn from what they’ve built here.

Click on the link in the bio to listen to the full podcast episode 99.
Thank you @assuntas_foodtruck for a delicious, he Thank you @assuntas_foodtruck  for a delicious, healthy lunch!  Open 11-6 today!
In episode 98 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I sit d In episode 98 of The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I sit down with Peter Carlson of Wright Old School Chocolate to explore his journey from chocolate enthusiast to bean-to-bar maker. What began as a simple curiosity—sparked by family and a few eye-opening experiences—quickly evolved into something much deeper: a desire to truly understand chocolate at its source.

There’s a quiet honesty in this conversation that I really appreciate. Peter shares what it actually looks like to step beyond being a consumer and into the role of a creator—the trial and error, the surprises, and the realization that something that seems simple… isn’t. From sourcing cacao to refining his process, his story reflects that moment so many of us have in food and agriculture—when appreciation turns into respect.

As always, this episode is about connection. Connection to ingredients, to the people and places behind them, and to the process itself. It’s also a reminder that when you take the time to understand something more deeply—even something as familiar as chocolate—it can shift the way you see it entirely. And maybe, just maybe, it invites you to get a little more curious, too.

Click on the link in the bio to listen to the full podcast with Peter Carlson. 

#Cacao #chocolate #beantobar #beantobarchocolate
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