Episode 380: Forging Community on an Organic Farm

In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Specialist Eric Fuchs-Stengel sits with Jack Kittredge and Julie Rawson, the couple behind Many Hands Organic Farm and co-authors of the book Many Hands Make A Farm. The farm has been selling to the public since 1985, and specializes in certified organic produce, meat and eggs in Barre, Massachusetts.

In this conversation, Jack and Julie share how they started their farm by cultivating a community of volunteers, many of whom have become shareholders and paid staff over the years. They also offer tips on how best to communicate with volunteer workers and discuss the importance of celebrating milestones and sharing meals as way to foster cooperation and productivity on the farm.

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NCAT Resources

Organic Farming – ATTRA – Sustainable Agriculture

Organic Certification – ATTRA – Sustainable Agriculture

Other Resources

Many Hands Organic Farm

Many Hands Make a Farm – Book

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