Aaron and Derek, Founders and Owners of Handsome Harvest Farm, discuss their experience starting a farm and share thoughts on how to become more knowledgeable in organic and sustainable farming practices. 

In this episode, hear about: 

- How Derek and Aaron got into sustainable agriculture 

- Ways to get started and develop experience in organic farming 

- Considerations when scaling up from a home garden to a for-profit farm 

- Thoughts on managing farm operations and systems on the farm 

Learn more about Handsome Harvest Farm on their website: http://handsomeharvest.com/ 

Learn more about Red Hills Small Farm Alliance on their website:  https://www.redhillsfarmalliance.com/ 

Learn more about WWOOF USA on their website: https://wwoofusa.org/ 

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