This week we take a break from EVs to talk to the co-owner of Tortoise and Hare Farm. Brett and his partner Krista own and operate a certified Naturally Grown produce and flower farm in North Muskegon. In addition to selling their products at the Muskegon and Fulton Street Farmer's Markets, they offer their produce via a CSA share.
CSA or Community Supported Agriculture allows customers to subscribe to a weekly box of produce that help a predictable outlet for the farmer as well as provide an array of seasonal products for the customer.
We dive into how Brett and Krista got started, how Certified Organic and Naturally Grown produce is defined, the benefits of no-till farming as well as what's next for Tortoise and Hare.
If you're in the Muskegon area and are interested in a CSA, act soon since shares are running low. If you do miss out, their Farm Card is another great way to help support the farm or simply visit their stand.
Show Notes and Links:
- Tortoise and Hare Farm Links:
- Web: https://tortoise-hare-farm.square.site/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tortoiseandharefarm/
- Facebook Recipe Share: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725900747954784
- Online store including CSA: https://tortoise-hare-farm.square.site/s/order
- Farmer’s Markets:
- Muskegon Farmer’s Market: https://www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com/
- Fulton Street Market Grand Rapids: https://www.fultonstreetmarket.org/
- What is a CSA: https://www.nal.usda.gov/farms-and-agricultural-production-systems/community-supported-agriculture
- Certified USDA organic: https://www.usda.gov/topics/organic
- Naturally Grown: https://www.naturallygrown.org/