In this episode of ReleVant, Debbie McGrath visits West Haven Farms to sit down with Asta Torokvei, an accomplished equestrian and the founder behind a working horse farm built on discipline, care, and long-term thinking.

What begins as a conversation about horses quickly becomes an exploration of leadership, resilience, and the realities behind building a business rooted in passion. Asta shares her journey from competitive riding to managing a complex operation; from breeding and training to team building, risk management, and navigating the unpredictability that comes with working with animals.Together, they unpack what it truly takes to run a farm: the economics, the daily demands, the emotional investment, and the humility required when plans inevitably change. From sustainability and climate considerations to the importance of trust, culture, and adaptability, this conversation reveals how lessons learned in the barn translate far beyond it.This is a conversation about responsibility, patience, and the quiet strength required to build something meaningful.