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Category: <span>Sustainable Farming</span>

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Companion Planting: Which Plants Get Along?

April 27, 2020 Jennifer Ross

Did you ever meet someone and immediately feel strange energy? The energy feels ‘off ‘and you just cannot connect with…

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Posted in: Gardening, Sustainable Farming, Uncategorized Filed under: companion hers, companion planting, companion planting strategies, companion plants, companion vegetables, competing plants, planting rules, planting strategy, plants that get along
grow vegetables

Ready, Set, Grow Vegetables

April 7, 2020 Jennifer Ross

We started preparing the garden the week of March 23rd. Although it’s small compared to a large farm, it still…

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Posted in: Farm Education, Gardening, Seeds, Soil, Sustainable Farming Filed under: organic farming, organic garden, organic garden beds, preparing garden beds, preparing soil, sustainable farming, sustainable gardening
The new HeartBeet Farms Garden

New HeartBeet Farms Garden

March 23, 2020 Jennifer Ross

“A garden returns 50 times the investment you put into it.  Not just food, but joy, peace, and a real…

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Posted in: Farm Education, Gardening, Sustainable Farming Filed under: education garden, gardening, grow a garden, new garden, organic garden, smithtown garden, sustainable garden
Celebrate Earth DAy

A Farm Movie with a Big Impact

October 21, 2019 Jennifer Ross

One of our Stony Brook Village Farm stand customers was excited to tell us about a farm movie she saw…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: farm movie, farming, farming and nature, sustainable farming, the biggest little farm
Victory Farm Poster

We Honor A Patriotic Farm Family

February 4, 2019 Jennifer Ross

For Black History Month, we are honoring the farm family who owned the property that HeartBeet Farms currently resides on.…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: Alfred Hobbs, Hobbs Farm, james henry hobbs, patriotic farmer, Sustainable Farm, victory farm
Seed Storage Unit

Seed Storage Innovation for Farms

January 28, 2019 Jennifer Ross

As we farm, we continue to build up a diverse seed inventory. We source our seeds from several reputable companies…

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Posted in: Seeds, Sustainable Farming Filed under: farm seeds, organic seeds, seed cabinets, seeds, sustainable farming

Using Drone Technology at Local Farms

January 15, 2019 Jennifer Ross

People often ask us what type of nutrition we use on our plants. It’s a very simple answer – our…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: drone technology, drones, drones for agriculture, drones for farms, drones for spraying, farm technology, sustainable farming

Is a Plant-Based Diet Always Nutritious?

April 9, 2018 Jennifer Ross

You decided to explore a plant-based diet, go vegan, or simply incorporate more healthy vegetables into your meals.  This is…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: healthy vegetables, nutrients from vegetables, organic farming, organic vegetables, plant based, plant based diets, plant based meals, plant based nutrition, vegan, vegetarian

Heating Innovation in the Hoop House

March 20, 2018 Jennifer Ross

Last winter, Ann and I researched and contemplated many different heating options for the hoop house.  We almost purchased a…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: greenhouse, heat for seedlings, heating for hoop houses, heating greenhouse, heating mats, heating plants, heating seeds, hoop house, seed germination

Celebrating the Father of American Agriculture

February 18, 2018 Jennifer Ross

On this President’s Day, we celebrate one of America’s most famous and devoted farmers…George Washington.  George Washington studied and implemented…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: agriculture, American agriculture, American farming, farmer, George Washington

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


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. 
#Podcast #farmingpodcast #agpodcast #agriculturepodcast


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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