by amycpat | Nov 17, 2023 | Farm Apprenticeship, female farmer
Lucy, a Springdale resident, is on a mission to combat these alarming statistics through nutrition and farming. Rather than selling her harvest, Lucy donates it to her local Marshallese community. She also shares pre-diabetic information, cooking tips, and farming knowledge. The farming tips are helpful since the RMI growing environment is very different from Arkansas. This presents a challenge for those trying to grow their native crops here and prepare familiar dishes after relocating. The Marshallese community in Arkansas has the disease at a shockingly higher rate of 40% compared to only 15% in the state’s general population.
by amycpat | Nov 3, 2023 | Farm Apprenticeship
Paul says he used to be idealistic about farming, with an initial interest in plants and ecology. He also strongly desired to be a “producer” in the world, rather than a “consumer”. Sustainable agriculture offered a pathway to pursue both of these interests.
Paul applied for an apprenticeship through CAFF and has just completed his second year at Dripping Springs Garden. “The first year, I came in with this idealism, thinking that I would quickly learn everything I needed to know,” he chuckles, “It turns out, there’s a lot to know.”
by amycpat | Aug 24, 2023 | Farm School, Hispanic Farmers
Karen is consistently drawn to the crossroads of food, community, culture, and helping people. Farming fits right in that sweet spot, bringing her passions and superpowers together. She enrolled in the CAFF Farm School, hoping to someday develop a small farm with a commercial kitchen. Karen is on the journey now and can’t believe how much she’s absorbed and experienced.
by amycpat | Aug 22, 2023 | Farm School
Jim attended the University of Arkansas, receiving a degree in architecture when the renowned Fay Jones was head of the department. He went on to establish a successful Fayetteville-based architecture firm of his own. Then, he “got a wild hair” and enrolled in the CAFF Farm School! That’s the first of several twists in this story. Sometimes an old farm can inspire new dreams.
by amycpat | Aug 14, 2023 | Farm School, female farmer
Basia loves being outdoors and cooking healthy food. “I was never one of those people who knew exactly what I wanted to do with my life. I’m still figuring that out, but farming brings together many things I love doing.” The program has given her an opportunity to explore options for building a business around her various interests.
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