Mike Kwasniewski runs a whole-diet CSA farm, The Charm Farm, in rural West Virginia as part of a larger operation. He farms several hundred acres including beef cattle, hogs, chickens, and vegetables, with his mother and business partner, Pam. Mike reflects on the whole-diet CSA model in a relatively low income, rural environment, and how it fits into a beginning farmer’s diversified farm.
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Kristin Kimball, at Essex Farm, wrote a book about her experience starting her farm and CSA – The Dirty Life (You can get this as an audiobook FREE with a free trial at audibletrial.com/farmertofarmer
Mike's Favorite Tools
Mike also snuck in a mention of the CobraHead Weeder and Cultivator, which he carries to help with spot weeding as he’s walking through the fields.