Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world

Recording date: July 2, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode thirty features Jody Wilhelm of Rural Route Bulbs as we discuss: Developing a U-pick tulip business Navigating the “switch tax” between diverse farm tasks Experimenting with different growing practices for greater yield and soil microbiology Timing your farm life to accommodate the unexpected And much, much more… You will love this curious and forward-thinking farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jody: Jody grew up on a dairy, hog, and crop farm in Southern MN. She got dirt in her shoes there and has never been able to get it out. That is why she loves crops and soils! She, her husband, and their two kids own and operate a crop farm, an ag retail business, and Rural Route Bulbs, their tulip U-pick. Connect with Jody at:  Website: https://www.ruralroutebulbs.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruralroutebulbstulipfarm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruralroutebulbs/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: July 2, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode thirty features Jody Wilhelm of Rural Route Bulbs as we discuss: Developing a U-pick tulip business Navigating the “switch tax” between diverse farm tasks Experimenting with different growing practices for greater yield and soil microbiology Timing your farm life to accommodate the unexpected And much, much more… You will love this curious and forward-thinking farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jody: Jody grew up on a dairy, hog, and crop farm in Southern MN. She got dirt in my shoes there and has never been able to get it out. That is why she loves crops and soils! She, her husband, and their two kids own and operate a crop farm, an ag retail business, and Rural Route Bulbs, their tulip U-pick. Connect with Jody at:  Website: https://www.ruralroutebulbs.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruralroutebulbstulipfarm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruralroutebulbs/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: June 30, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-nine features “Conservation Cowgirl” Jess Evans as we discuss: Training colts and mustangs Roping, riding, and wrangling Developing a women-owned and -managed ranch and coop Building women’s competence and independence And much, much more… You will love this visionary and iconoclastic farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jess: Jess Evans is a conservationist, cowgirl, and queer woman building a life at the intersection of ranching and conservation, because she believes the two were never meant to be separate. She is the creator behind The Conservation Cowgirl and is currently building a women-owned and operated, community-owned cooperative ranch from scratch, where regenerative agriculture, conservation stewardship, and Traditional Ecological Knowledge will inform how everything is done. Her goal is not just to build one ranch. It is to empower women to become more self-sufficient, help their communities, and protect the planet in a way that is practical and lasting. And then to help other ranches do the same, creating a ripple effect of conservation-minded, financially sustainable working lands across the country. Connect with Jess at:  Website: https://conservationcowgirl.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconservationcowgirl/    Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: June 30, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-nine features “Conservation Cowgirl” Jess Evans as we discuss: Training colts and mustangs Roping, riding, and wrangling Developing a women-owned and -managed ranch and coop Building women’s skills and competence across their farm lives And much, much more… You will love this visionary and iconoclastic farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jess: Jess Evans is a conservationist, cowgirl, and queer woman building a life at the intersection of ranching and conservation, because she believes the two were never meant to be separate. She is the creator behind The Conservation Cowgirl and is currently building a women-owned and operated, community-owned cooperative ranch from scratch, where regenerative agriculture, conservation stewardship, and Traditional Ecological Knowledge will inform how everything is done. Her goal is not just to build one ranch. It is to empower women to become more self-sufficient, help their communities, and protect the planet in a way that is practical and lasting. And then to help other ranches do the same, creating a ripple effect of conservation-minded, financially sustainable working lands across the country. Connect with Jess at:  Website: https://conservationcowgirl.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconservationcowgirl/    Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x 

Recording date: June 30, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-eight features Air Force veteran and farmer Dr. Connie Hunter Baptiste of Hunter Family Farm Enterprise as we discuss: “Becoming the next best you” Planting longleaf pines and leaving a legacy that’s better than you found it Giving yourself permission to pivot in your farm life Acknowledging your value to your family, farm, and community And much, much more… You will love this multi-talented and energetic farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Connie: Dr. Connie Baptiste, Hon. D.Hum., is a retired Air Force veteran, fourth-generation farmer, and founder of Hunter Family Farm in Cobbtown, Georgia. Rooted in a family legacy that began with sharecropping, she is the first generation in her family to own farmland—transforming that history into a place of healing, education, and opportunity. Through farming and her mental wellness work, Dr. Baptiste supports veterans, farmers, and rural communities in building resilience and living well. She is a passionate advocate for women in agriculture and women veterans, using her military experience, peer support background, and personal journey to inspire others to grow through life’s transitions while honoring the generations who came before them. Connect with Connie at:  Website: https://hffarmga.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conniehunter-baptiste/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunterfamfarm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083005045393  Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-eight features Air Force veteran and farmer Dr. Connie Hunter Baptiste of Hunter Family Farm Enterprise as we discuss: “Becoming the next best you” Planting longleaf pines and leaving a legacy that’s better than you found it Giving yourself permission to pivot in your farm life Acknowledging your value to your family, farm, and community And much, much more… You will love this multi-talented and energetic farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Connie: Dr. Connie Baptiste, Hon. D.Hum., is a retired Air Force veteran, fourth-generation farmer, and founder of Hunter Family Farm in Cobbtown, Georgia. Rooted in a family legacy that began with sharecropping, she is the first generation in her family to own farmland—transforming that history into a place of healing, education, and opportunity. Through farming and her mental wellness work, Dr. Baptiste supports veterans, farmers, and rural communities in building resilience and living well. She is a passionate advocate for women in agriculture and women veterans, using her military experience, peer support background, and personal journey to inspire others to grow through life’s transitions while honoring the generations who came before them. Connect with Connie at:  Website: https://hffarmga.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conniehunter-baptiste/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunterfamfarm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083005045393   Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x  Recording date: June 30, 2026

Recording date: June 9, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-seven features nurse-turned-flower farmer Teri Schols of Windmill Lane Flowers as we discuss: Adjusting your farm business to accommodate different stages of life Getting off the farm for work and play Pulling off your first wedding floral design job…for 200 people! Taking “forced down time” And much, much more… You will love this courageous and energetic farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Teri: Teri is a lifelong resident of Bow, Washington. She is fairly new to growing cut flowers, but not new to “life on the farm.” Teri focuses on growing quality sweet pea seed, dahlia tubers, eucalyptus, and an assortment of annual and perennials for unique cut flower designs. Connect with Teri at:  Website: https://www.windmilllnflowers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windmill_ln/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: June 9, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-seven features nurse-turned-flower farmer Teri Schols of Windmill Lane Flowers as we discuss: Adjusting your farm business to accommodate different stages of life Getting off the farm for work and play Pulling off your first wedding floral design job…for 200 people! Taking “forced down time” And much, much more… You will love this courageous and energetic farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Teri: Teri is a lifelong resident of Bow, Washington. She is fairly new to growing cut flowers, but not new to “life on the farm.” Teri focuses on growing quality sweet pea seed, dahlia tubers, eucalyptus, and an assortment of annual and perennials for unique cut flower designs. Connect with Teri at:  Website: https://www.windmilllnflowers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windmill_ln/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: June 2, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-six features nurse-turned-flower farmer Jenna Darnell of Farm2Flower and Root Cause Wellness as we discuss: The impact of growing practices on human health Empowering others to grow their own food Redefining your purpose and processes at different stages of your farm life Digging on dahlias and beneficials for pest control And much, much more… You will love this heart-driven and heart-warming farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jenna: Jenna is the owner and operator of Farm 2 Flower, a small but growing microflower farm in Culdesac, Idaho. The farm began as a form of "dirt therapy" in a simple 25-by-50-foot patch of flowers after long days working as a nurse practitioner. The following year it doubled in size. Today, Farm 2 Flower spans nearly one-third of an acre, with plans for continued expansion. As both a healthcare provider and farmer, Jenna has a deep appreciation for the connection between healthy soil and healthy living. She is passionate about organic growing practices, natural pest management, and building a thriving soil microbiome to support strong, beautiful blooms. In addition to flowers, Jenna maintains a small vegetable farm that helps provide fresh, homegrown food for her family throughout the year. Farm 2 Flower is more than a flower farm—it's a place where wellness, community, and the beauty of nature come together. Connect with Jenna at:  Website: https://farm2flower.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farm.2flower/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-six features nurse-turned-flower farmer Jenna Darnell of Farm2Flower and Root Cause Wellness as we discuss: The impact of growing practices on human health Empowering others to grow their own food Redefining your purpose and processes at different stages of your farm life Digging on dahlias and beneficials for pest control And much, much more… You will love this heart-driven and heart-warming farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jenna: Jenna is the owner and operator of Farm 2 Flower, a small but growing microflower farm in Culdesac, Idaho. The farm began as a form of "dirt therapy" in a simple 25-by-50-foot patch of flowers after long days working as a nurse practitioner. The following year it doubled in size. Today, Farm 2 Flower spans nearly one-third of an acre, with plans for continued expansion. As both a healthcare provider and farmer, Jenna has a deep appreciation for the connection between healthy soil and healthy living. She is passionate about organic growing practices, natural pest management, and building a thriving soil microbiome to support strong, beautiful blooms. In addition to flowers, Jenna maintains a small vegetable farm that helps provide fresh, homegrown food for her family throughout the year. Farm 2 Flower is more than a flower farm—it's a place where wellness, community, and the beauty of nature come together. Connect with Jenna at:  Website: https://farm2flower.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farm.2flower/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x Recording date: June 2, 2026

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-five features goat farmer and cheesemaker Margie Weber of Rocky Oats Goat Creamery as we discuss: Turning an impulse buy into a farmstead artisanal goat creamery Allowing Nubian goat milk products to “stand on their own four feet” Turning a “happy mistake” into a signature goat cheese Caring for the herd from kidding through end of life And much, much more… You will love this innovative yet down-to-earth farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Margie: Rocky Oaks Goat Creamery® is the realization of a dream for Margie and Joel Weber. Through devotion, dedication and determination, they opened the first farmstead artisanal Goat creamery in Central Valley, CA in 2018. Their goal is to produce high-quality cheese and yogurt from the milk produced by their Nubian herd. It is their passion and pleasure to provide their products to their customers. Connect with Margie at:  Website: https://www.rockyoaksgoatcreamery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockyoaksgoatcreamery/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockyoaksgoatcreamery Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x Recording date: May 20, 2026

Recording date: May 20, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-five features goat farmer and cheesemaker Margie Weber of Rocky Oats Goat Creamery as we discuss: Turning an impulse buy into a farmstead artisanal goat creamery Allowing Nubian goat milk products to “stand on their own four feet” Turning a “happy mistake” into a signature goat cheese Caring for the herd from kidding through end of life And much, much more… You will love this innovative yet down-to-earth farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Margie: Rocky Oaks Goat Creamery® is the realization of a dream for Margie and Joel Weber. Through devotion, dedication and determination, they opened the first farmstead artisanal Goat creamery in Central Valley, CA in 2018. Their goal is to produce high-quality cheese and yogurt from the milk produced by their Nubian herd. It is their passion and pleasure to provide their products to their customers. Connect with Margie at:  Website: https://www.rockyoaksgoatcreamery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockyoaksgoatcreamery/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockyoaksgoatcreamery Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-four features regenerative farmer, writer, and agvocate Jade Miles of Black Barn Farms as we discuss: Applying permaculture thinking to agricultural production Embracing the process of community and the importance of elders Preserving and reviving heritage DNA of people and crops Realigning farm life to one’s ecological reason for being And much, much more…   You will love this spiritual and gut-led farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jade: Jade Miles and her husband, Charlie Showers, run Black Barn Farm, a biodiverse orchard, nursery and workshop space in northeast Victoria, Australia which exposes visitors to permaculture, homesteading, and 98 varieties of pick-your-own heritage fruit and berries. Jade co-hosts the weekly Futuresteading podcast with Catie Payne, is active in the media about living regeneratively, hosts school programs, and sits on a number of boards in the name of reconnecting us to nature, food and a simpler existence. Connect with Jade at:  Farm Website: https://www.blackbarnfarm.com.au/ Futuresteading Website: https://www.futuresteading.com.au/book/ Futuresteading Podcast: https://www.futuresteading.com.au/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/black_barn_farm/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x  Recording date: May 7, 2026

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-four features regenerative farmer, writer, and agvocate Jade Miles of Black Barn Farms as we discuss: Applying permaculture thinking to agricultural production Embracing the process community and the importance of elders Preserving and reviving heritage DNA of people and crops Realigning farm life to one’s ecological reason for being And much, much more… You will love this spiritual and gut-led farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Jade: Jade Miles and her husband, Charlie Showers, run Black Barn Farm, a biodiverse orchard, nursery and workshop space in north east Victoria, Australia which exposes visitors to permaculture, homesteading, and 98 varieties of pick-your-own heritage fruit and berries. Jade co-hosts the weekly Futuresteading podcast with Catie Payne, is active in the media about living regeneratively, hosts school programs, and sits on a number of boards in the name of reconnecting us to nature, food and a simpler existence. Connect with Jade at:  Farm Website: https://www.blackbarnfarm.com.au/ Futuresteading Website: https://www.futuresteading.com.au/book/ Futuresteading Podcast: https://www.futuresteading.com.au/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/black_barn_farm/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x  Recording date: May 7, 2026

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-three features organic farmer Morgan Patterson of Morganics as we discuss: WWOOFing in Japan Setting farm goals…and changing direction Integrating dance, shoemaking, and family into the farm life Purchasing your dream farm with the help of farm financing and family support And much, much more… You will love this goal-driven and visionary farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Morgan: Morgan stumbled into farming after college, having grown up as a city kid in the Midwest. Drawn by a desire to explore, she took steps to find the next path, one rooted in food, culture, and alternate ways of living. Her first experiences in farming came on homesteads in rural Japan, where she encountered diverse food systems, and saw how farming is woven into the fabric of daily life. Those early lessons set the foundation for her approach to food that eventually brought her to Oregon, where she continued pursuing agriculture with curiosity and conviction. At Goodfoot Farm, she immersed herself in a woman-led production system, and embraced the principles of biodynamics, a holistic approach that sees the farm as a living, interconnected ecosystem. There, she deepened her understanding of growing food while witnessing how the food we grow shapes the communities we nourish. What began as a search for meaningful work became the ultimate goal, to produce and share food that connects us deeply. Over time, that path led her from learner to leader, and ultimately to purchasing the family farm she now stewards with her family. Today, as the farmher in the foreground, she carries forward both legacy and possibility, growing food with care, honoring the land’s history, and building a future rooted in resilience, gratitude, and connection. Connect with Morgan at:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_morganics/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x Recording date: April 28, 2026

Recording date: April 28, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-three features organic farmer Morgan Patterson of Morganics as we discuss: WWOOFing in Japan Setting farm goals…and changing direction Integrating dance, shoemaking, and family into the farm life Purchasing your dream farm with the help of farm financing and family support And much, much more… You will love this goal-driven and visionary farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Try us today. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Morgan: Morgan stumbled into farming after college, having grown up as a city kid in the Midwest. Drawn by a desire to explore, she took steps to find the next path, one rooted in food, culture, and alternate ways of living. Her first experiences in farming came on homesteads in rural Japan, where she encountered diverse food systems, and saw how farming is woven into the fabric of daily life. Those early lessons set the foundation for her approach to food that eventually brought her to Oregon, where she continued pursuing agriculture with curiosity and conviction. At Goodfoot Farm, she immersed herself in a woman-led production system, and embraced the principles of biodynamics, a holistic approach that sees the farm as a living, interconnected ecosystem. There, she deepened her understanding of growing food while witnessing how the food we grow shapes the communities we nourish. What began as a search for meaningful work became the ultimate goal, to produce and share food that connects us deeply. Over time, that path led her from learner to leader, and ultimately to purchasing the family farm she now stewards with her family. Today, as the farmher in the foreground, she carries forward both legacy and possibility, growing food with care, honoring the land’s history, and building a future rooted in resilience, gratitude, and connection. Connect with Morgan at:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_morganics/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x 

Recording date: April 23, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-two features goat farmer and soap maker Tricia Wasden of Two Five Farm as we discuss: Healing skin sensitivities with goat’s milk Pickling, preserving, and processing produce Marketing your farm business Creating systems and schedules to support a one-woman farm operation And much, much more… You will love this health-driven and global-minded farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Join when you can. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Tricia: Tricia’s farm began with one little buckling named Mason, who stole her heart and quickly became part of the family. As Mason grew, she added more goats, three Great Pyrenees, chickens, and the occasional cow. Along the way, she learned how to make goat milk soap. Her family and friends immediately felt the difference and urged her to turn her passion into profit. Tricia now pursues the dream of healing the world’s skin…one bar of soap at a time. Connect with Tricia at:  Website: https://www.twofivefarm.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twofivefarm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twofivefarm/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TwoFiveFarm Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: April 23, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-two features goat farmer and soap maker Tricia Wasden of Two Five Farm as we discuss: Healing skin sensitivities with goat’s milk Pickling, preserving, and processing produce Marketing your farm business Creating systems and schedules to support a one-woman farm operation And much, much more… You will love this health-driven and global-minded farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Join when you can. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Tricia: Tricia’s farm began with one little buckling named Mason, who stole her heart and quickly became part of the family. As Mason grew, she added more goats, three Great Pyrenees, chickens, and the occasional cow. Along the way, she learned how to make goat milk soap. Her family and friends immediately felt the difference and urged her to turn her passion into profit. Tricia now pursues the dream of healing the world’s skin…one bar of soap at a time. Connect with Tricia at:  Website: https://www.twofivefarm.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twofivefarm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twofivefarm/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TwoFiveFarm Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-one features shepherd Lydia Tevis of Harmony Heritage Farm as we discuss: The character differences between sheep and goat people The ins and outs of shearing Opportunities for marketing wool, from pellets to mulch to blankets to felted rugs The challenges of raising cows and kids And much, much more… You will love this nurturing and caring farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Join when you can. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Lydia: Lydia and her husband live off-grid on a 40-acre farm in Harmony, Washington, where they raise dairy sheep, beef cattle, and kids. 😆 They have selectively bred homestead dairy sheep for 20 years and sell sheep milk soap and wool products as well. Connect with Lydia at:  Website: https://harmonyheritagefarm.com/index.html Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HarmonyHeritageFarm?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fmanage.wix.com%2F Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarmonyHeritageFarm?rdid=ThhLw2tb9VNjyUQl&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F17oCRF4wrB%2F# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harmonyheritagefarm?igsh=MXUwdWx6YjcyYWdhdA%3D%3D   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@harmonyheritagefarm Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x  Recording date: April 14, 2026

Recording date: April 14, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty-one features shepherd Lydia Tevis of Harmony Heritage Farm as we discuss: The character differences between sheep and goat people The ins and outs of shearing Opportunities for marketing wool, from pellets to mulch to blankets to felted rugs The challenges of balancing calving with podcasting And much, much more… You will love this nurturing and caring farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Are you a farmer looking for an opportunity to connect with other farmers just like you? Join Midweek Refuel, where we focus on increasing the time, energy, and abundance in your purposeful farm life. Join when you can. Cancel at any time. Use code PODCAST to receive a 10% discount: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/service-page/midweek-refuel?referral=service_list_widget About Lydia: Lydia and her husband live off-grid on a 40-acre farm in Harmony, Washington, where they raise dairy sheep, beef cattle, and kids. 😆 They have selectively bred homestead dairy sheep for 20 years and sell sheep milk soap and wool products as well. Connect with Lydia at:  Website: https://harmonyheritagefarm.com/index.html Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HarmonyHeritageFarm?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fmanage.wix.com%2F Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarmonyHeritageFarm?rdid=ThhLw2tb9VNjyUQl&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F17oCRF4wrB%2F# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harmonyheritagefarm?igsh=MXUwdWx6YjcyYWdhdA%3D%3D   Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: April 14, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty features agricultural entrepreneur Lauren Lovejoy of the Red Hen app and The Blue Horn VA as we discuss: Treating chronic illness with herbals Choosing regenerative practices that meet your inputs and goals Hosting BNB guests as a form of agritourism Connecting farmers and consumers through the Red Hen app And much, much more… You will love this ambitious and innovative farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Lauren's farm-health journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Turn Your Challenges into Tools for Growth,” a fifteen-minute process to take you from feeling overwhelmed by a challenging situation to being ready for positive change: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/tools About Lauren: Lauren’s long-undiagnosed battle with Lyme disease started her on a journey to healthy eating and herbal remedies. During her healing process on her parents’ farm, she learned about regenerative agriculture and began working with animals to restore health to herself and the land. Her current farm business includes raising heritage livestock, managing a farm-to-consumer app, and running an agritourism BNB. Download the Red Hen App for Consumers or Producers today.   Connect with Lauren at:  Website (The Blue Horn VA): https://www.thebluehornva.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-lovejoy-1926874a/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedHenApp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redhenapp/?hl=en   Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: April 14, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twenty features agricultural entrepreneur Lauren Lovejoy of the Red Hen app and The Blue Horn VA as we discuss: Treating chronic illness with herbals Choosing regenerative practices that meet your inputs and goals Hosting BNB guests as a form of agritourism Connecting farmers and consumers through the Red Hen app And much, much more… You will love this ambitious and innovative farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Lauren's farm-health journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Turn Your Challenges into Tools for Growth,” a fifteen-minute process to take you from feeling overwhelmed by a challenging situation to being ready for positive change: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/tools About Lauren: Lauren’s long-undiagnosed battle with Lyme disease started her on a journey to healthy eating and herbal remedies. During her healing process on her parents’ farm, she learned about regenerative agriculture and began working with animals to restore health to herself and the land. Her current farm business includes raising heritage livestock, managing a farm-to-consumer app, and running an agritourism BNB. Download the Red Hen App for Consumers or Producers today.   Connect with Lauren at:  Website (The Blue Horn VA): https://www.thebluehornva.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-lovejoy-1926874a/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedHenApp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redhenapp/?hl=en   Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: April 1, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode nineteen features avocado grower Becca Holmes of Holmes Grown USA as we discuss: Distinguishing between a passion project and a profession Discovering a sense of rootedness in place Pollinating and watering avocados Maximizing your competitive advantage And much, much more… You will love this creative and well-traveled farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Becca’s farming journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Turn Your Challenges into Tools for Growth,” a fifteen-minute process to take you from feeling overwhelmed by a challenging situation to being ready for positive change: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/tools About Becca: Becca grew up in a military family and moved frequently throughout her childhood. In her 40s, she and her husband took over his family’s avocado farm. Holmes Grown USA exists to honor and advance their family's farming legacy by providing American families with the freshest, healthiest avocados directly from their groves. Connect with Becca at:  Website: https://holmesgrownusa.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holmesgrownusa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holmesgrown_usa/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HolmesGrownUSA Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: April 1, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode nineteen features avocado grower Becca Holmes of Holmes Grown USA as we discuss: Distinguishing between a passion project and a profession Discovering a sense of rootedness in place Pollinating and watering avocados Maximizing your competitive advantage And much, much more… You will love this creative and well-traveled farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Becca’s farming journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Turn Your Challenges into Tools for Growth,” a fifteen-minute process to take you from feeling overwhelmed by a challenging situation to being ready for positive change: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/tools About Becca: Becca grew up in a military family and moved frequently throughout her childhood. In her 40s, she and her husband took over his family’s avocado farm. Holmes Grown USA exists to honor and advance their family's farming legacy by providing American families with the freshest, healthiest avocados directly from their groves. Connect with Becca at:  Website: https://holmesgrownusa.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holmesgrownusa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holmesgrown_usa/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HolmesGrownUSA Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x 

Recording date: March 24, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode eighteen features sisters Kris Straub and Kimberly Hansen of Tenderloin Lavender Farm as we discuss: Providing customers with on-farm experiences because “she said it’d be fun” Propagating lavender tested for your specific area Repurposing Depression-era antiques Managing the impact of policy on your farm business And much, much more… You will love these curious and information-driven farmers! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Kim and Kris's farm journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Turn Your Challenges into Tools for Growth,” a fifteen-minute process to take you from feeling overwhelmed by a challenging situation to being ready for positive change: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/tools About Kris and Kim: The Stahlhut family has been farming in the Edwardsville, IL area since 1853. They were a large hog operation until 1999, thus the farm name. Kris and Kim added lavender to their crop operation in 2016. Their homemade lavender-inspired creations are available online and in person. Connect with Kris and Kim at:  Website: https://www.tfilavender.com/ Facebook: @tenderloinfarms Instagram: @tenderloinfarms Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

NOTE: Do yourself a favor and WATCH this one. I guarantee you'll laugh.  Recording date: March 24, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode eighteen features sisters Kris Straub and Kimberly Hansen of Tenderloin Lavender Farm as we discuss: Providing customers with on-farm experiences because “she said it’d be fun” Propagating lavender tested for your specific area Repurposing Depression-era antiques Managing the impact of policy on your farm business And much, much more… You will love these curious and information-driven farmers! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Kim and Kris's farm journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Turn Your Challenges into Tools for Growth,” a fifteen-minute process to take you from feeling overwhelmed by a challenging situation to being ready for positive change: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/tools About Kris and Kim: The Stahlhut family has been farming in the Edwardsville, IL area since 1853. They were a large hog operation until 1999, thus the farm name. Kris and Kim added lavender to their crop operation in 2016. Their homemade lavender-inspired creations are available online and in person. Connect with Kris and Kim at:  Website: https://www.tfilavender.com/ Facebook: @tenderloinfarms Instagram: @tenderloinfarms Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 23, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode seventeen features cattlewoman Kate Colgan of Walnut Creek Farms as we discuss: Getting competitive in 4-H and FFA Building community across generations Treating friends and neighbors like family Using data to increase the size of the farm pie And much, much more… You will love this positive, up-and-coming cattlewoman! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Kate's cattle journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Farming Takes a Team,” a short guide to building your best farm support team: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/farmersupport About Kate: Kate Colgan is a cattlewoman, communicator, and advocate for agriculture. Raised in Illinois on her family’s cattle operation, Walnut Creek Farms, she has been involved in many sectors of the cattle business. She is currently wrapping up her bachelor’s degree in animal science at Kansas State University, with plans to return to the operation upon graduation. Connect with Kate at:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walnutcreekfarms.2001?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=PzRvTJjfJanpkOGo&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F17R8gjpG5n%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walnutcreekfarms?igsh=MWkwNHQ3bmlsZ3R0ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 23, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode seventeen features cattlewoman Kate Colgan of Walnut Creek Farms as we discuss: Getting competitive in 4-H and FFA Building community across generations Treating friends and neighbors like family Using data to increase the size of the farm pie And much, much more… You will love this positive, up-and-coming cattlewoman! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Kate's cattle journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide “Farming Takes a Team,” a short guide to building your best farm support team: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/farmersupport About Kate: Kate Colgan is a cattlewoman, communicator, and advocate for agriculture. Raised in Illinois on her family’s cattle operation, Walnut Creek Farms, she has been involved in many sectors of the cattle business. She is currently wrapping up her bachelor’s degree in animal science at Kansas State University, with plans to return to the operation upon graduation. Connect with Kate at:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walnutcreekfarms.2001?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=PzRvTJjfJanpkOGo&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F17R8gjpG5n%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walnutcreekfarms?igsh=MWkwNHQ3bmlsZ3R0ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 23, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode sixteen features urban gardener and podcaster Kathy Jentz as we discuss: Growing in containers Creating and maintaining community gardens Sharing growing knowledge with others Making growing accessible for diverse abilities and populations And much, much more… You will love this informative and ground-breaking farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Kathy's journey creating and maintaining community gardens, you can get a complimentary copy of K’s short guide: “Using Lists to Help Your Farm Help…Help You,” a quick-guide to the kinds of lists you (and your staff) can use to use time more efficiently in every aspect of your farm life: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/farmlists About Kathy: Kathy Jentz is editor and publisher of the award-winning Washington Gardener Magazine, based in Washington, DC. She is also the host of the popular and Gold Laurel award-winning GardenDC Podcast. She is co-author of The Urban Garden: 101 Ways to Grow Food and Beauty in the City (now available on Amazon). Her mission is to turn black thumbs green. A life-long gardener, Kathy believes that growing plants should be stress-free and enjoyable. Her philosophy is inspiration over perspiration. She speaks on gardening and has been honored to have presented programs at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, the Philadelphia Flower Show, U.S. Botanic Garden, the Historic Society of Washington, DC, and many other prestigious venues. Connect with Kathy at:  Website: http://washingtongardener.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyjentz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washington.gardener Instagram: @wdcgardener GardenDC Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv-yep94vRMB-wKyMMAspVdKazrlsgXp&si=H2Nf3CSZmflff5cf Buy Kathy’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=kathy+jentz&crid=1LSSTILSKCHA5&sprefix=kathy+jentz%2Caps%2C141&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 23, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode sixteen features urban gardener and podcaster Kathy Jentz as we discuss: Growing in containers Creating and maintaining community gardens Sharing growing knowledge with others Making growing accessible for diverse abilities and populations And much, much more… You will love this informative and ground-breaking farmer! #IYWF2026 A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Kathy's journey creating and maintaining community gardens, you can get a complimentary copy of K’s short guide: “Using Lists to Help Your Farm Help…Help You,” a quick-guide to the kinds of lists you (and your staff) can use to use time more efficiently in every aspect of your farm life: https://www.penlightfarmers.com/farmlists About Kathy: Kathy Jentz is editor and publisher of the award-winning Washington Gardener Magazine, based in Washington, DC. She is also the host of the popular and Gold Laurel award-winning GardenDC Podcast. She is co-author of The Urban Garden: 101 Ways to Grow Food and Beauty in the City (now available on Amazon). Her mission is to turn black thumbs green. A life-long gardener, Kathy believes that growing plants should be stress-free and enjoyable. Her philosophy is inspiration over perspiration. She speaks on gardening and has been honored to have presented programs at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, the Philadelphia Flower Show, U.S. Botanic Garden, the Historic Society of Washington, DC, and many other prestigious venues. Connect with Kathy at:  Website: http://washingtongardener.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyjentz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washington.gardener Instagram: @wdcgardener GardenDC Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv-yep94vRMB-wKyMMAspVdKazrlsgXp&si=H2Nf3CSZmflff5cf Buy Kathy’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=kathy+jentz&crid=1LSSTILSKCHA5&sprefix=kathy+jentz%2Caps%2C141&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 13, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode fifteen features beekeeper Aliza Stanton of Aliza’s Honey as we discuss: Turning a bee removal business into value-added bee-based products Requeening Africanized bees Learning from the earth Doing your small part to make the world a better place And much, much more…   You will love this bold and playful beekeeper! #IYWF2026   A GIFT FOR LISTENERS: Inspired by Aliza's beekeeping journey, you can get a complimentary copy of my short guide   About Aliza: Since 2008, our family has been dedicated to providing safe and humane live bee removal services throughout San Diego, CA . Our mission is to rescue and relocate bee colonies from home and businesses to other carefully selected locations across San Diego. The products we offer are a natural byproduct of the hard work of those bees. By choosing our products, you’re not only enjoying the purest honey and beeswax goods but also experiencing the many benefits that beeswax brings to our skincare line. Connect with Aliza at:  Website: https://alizashoney.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliza%E2%80%99s-honey-a5a013291/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alizashoney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alizashoney/   Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 13, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode fifteen features beekeeper Aliza Stanton of Aliza’s Honey as we discuss: Turning a bee removal business into value-added bee-based products Requeening Africanized bees Learning from the earth Doing your small part to make the world a better place And much, much more… You will love this bold and playful beekeeper! #IYWF2026 About Aliza: Since 2008, our family has been dedicated to providing safe and humane live bee removal services throughout San Diego, CA . Our mission is to rescue and relocate bee colonies from home and businesses to other carefully selected locations across San Diego. The products we offer are a natural byproduct of the hard work of those bees. By choosing our products, you’re not only enjoying the purest honey and beeswax goods but also experiencing the many benefits that beeswax brings to our skincare line. Connect with Aliza at:  Website: https://alizashoney.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliza%E2%80%99s-honey-a5a013291/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alizashoney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alizashoney/   Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 9, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode fourteen features Heather Thibeault of Cheeky Tomatoes and Adventures in Gardening as we discuss: Farming as sport Investing in new farmers Growing in terraced “garden rooms” Using the personal connection to market your farm business And much, much more… You will love this skilled and adventurous farmer! #IYWF2026 About Heather: A perpetual student in the passion of gardening, Heather Thibeault has over thirty-five years of gardening experience and shares her love for all things gardening at Adventures in Gardening on YouTube. People local to eastern Connecticut can find her roadside stand open in May where you can purchase organically grown heirloom tomato and other vegetable plants and even flowers.         Connect with Heather at:  Website: https://www.cheekytomatoes.com/ Adventures in Gardening on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventuresingardeningct?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=C3sPFy2NNQZU4qhq&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F16zDj99QL4%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# Cheeky Tomatoes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheekytomatoes?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=B5GS2WBoMLGwLHzE&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1Cfn3ddctg%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# YouTube: @adventuresingardening Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 9, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode fourteen features Heather Thibeault of Cheeky Tomatoes and Adventures in Gardening as we discuss: Farming as sport Investing in new farmers Growing in terraced “garden rooms” Using the personal connection to market your farm business And much, much more… You will love this skilled and adventurous farmer! #IYWF2026 About Heather: A perpetual student in the passion of gardening, Heather Thibeault has over thirty-five years of gardening experience and shares her love for all things gardening at Adventures in Gardening on YouTube. People local to eastern Connecticut can find her roadside stand open in May where you can purchase organically grown heirloom tomato and other vegetable plants and even flowers.         Connect with Heather at:  Website: https://www.cheekytomatoes.com/ Adventures in Gardening on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventuresingardeningct?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=C3sPFy2NNQZU4qhq&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F16zDj99QL4%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# Cheeky Tomatoes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheekytomatoes?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=B5GS2WBoMLGwLHzE&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1Cfn3ddctg%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# YouTube: @adventuresingardening Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x 

Recording date: March 6, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode thirteen features second-year flower farmer Holly Park of Scout Hill Farm as we discuss: Creating Clade, the quintessential dahlia software Choosing the best parents (plant and animal parents, that is!) Designing gardens and landscapes that work for plants Growing focal cut flowers all season And much, much more… You will love this vibrant and inventive farmer! #IYWF2026 About Holly: Holly Park is the founder of Scout Hill Farm, where she grows specialty flowers, especially dahlias, and teaches gardeners how to grow with more intention. She’s also the co-founder of Clade, software built to help flower farms and dahlia collectors organize their inventory and work smarter, not harder.        Connect with Holly at:  Website: https://scouthillfarm.com/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570859175802 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scouthillfarm/ Clade on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/useclade/ Linked In: https://useclade.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ScoutHillFarm Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 6, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode thirteen features second-year flower farmer Holly Park of Scout Hill Farm as we discuss: Creating Clade, the quintessential dahlia software Choosing the best parents (plant and animal parents, that is!) Designing gardens and landscapes that work for plants Growing focal cut flowers all season And much, much more… You will love this vibrant and inventive farmer! #IYWF2026 About Holly: Holly Park is the founder of Scout Hill Farm, where she grows specialty flowers, especially dahlias, and teaches gardeners how to grow with more intention. She’s also the co-founder of Clade, software built to help flower farms and dahlia collectors organize their inventory and work smarter, not harder.        Connect with Holly at:  Website: https://scouthillfarm.com/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570859175802 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scouthillfarm/ Clade on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/useclade/ Linked In: https://useclade.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ScoutHillFarm Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 3, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twelve features Ashley Randle, Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources as we discuss: Actions farmers can take to influence policy…without becoming professional advocates The value of peer support for farmers Taking care of yourself while you take care of your farm friends The affect of changing weather on farmers and their farm operations And much, much more… You will love this engaged and engaging farmer! #IYWF2026 About Ashley: Ashley was born and raised on her family’s fifth-generation dairy farm in South Deerfield, MA.  She graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics & Management and Animal Science and received her Juris Doctorate from Western New England University School of Law. Prior to serving as the Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, Ashley was the Member Services Director for Northeast Dairy Producers Association, Inc. and the Marketing Specialist/Special Projects at the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry.       Connect with Ashley at:  Website: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-agricultural-resources MassGrown Wellness: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massgrown-wellness  Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-e-randle-21b31785/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: March 3, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode twelve features Ashley Randle, Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources as we discuss: Actions farmers can take to influence policy…without becoming professional advocates The value of peer support for farmers Taking care of yourself while you take care of your farm friends The affect of changing weather on farmers and their farm operations And much, much more… You will love this engaged and engaging farmer! #IYWF2026 About Ashley: Ashley was born and raised on her family’s fifth-generation dairy farm in South Deerfield, MA.  She graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics & Management and Animal Science and received her Juris Doctorate from Western New England University School of Law. Prior to serving as the Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, Ashley was the Member Services Director for Northeast Dairy Producers Association, Inc. and the Marketing Specialist/Special Projects at the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry.       Connect with Ashley at:  Website: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-agricultural-resources MassGrown Wellness: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massgrown-wellness  Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-e-randle-21b31785/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 26, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode eleven features Sydney Raym of Regenerative Ag Design and MTO Kennels as we discuss: Using Mangalica pigs in regenerative design Communicating with the land            Breeding Cane Corsos and French Bulldogs Detoxing in the sauna And much, much more… You will love this multi-talented and intuitive farmer! #IYWF2026 About Sydney: Sydney Raym is a third-generation farmer and regenerative agriculture designer with lifelong, hands-on experience rooted in land, animals, and ecological systems. As a child, her grandfather taught her to work with soil, livestock, and seasonal rhythms, which helped her develop an intuitive understanding of how healthy ecosystems function when they are respected rather than controlled.  As a Native American, she understands the land not as a resource, but a relative — alive, responsive, and deserving of respect. Her approach to regenerative design blends practical experience with a deeply embodied understanding of life cycles, animal behavior, soil biology, and ecological rhythms. She seeks to design regenerative farms and ranches that are productive, resilient, and alive — systems that support both the land and the people who depend on it.       Connect with Sydney at:  Website: https://regenerativeagdesigning.com/home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/regenfarmingcollective Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydneyraym1111/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regenerativeagdesigning/?hl=en Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 26, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode eleven features Sydney Raym of Regenerative Ag Design and MTO Kennels as we discuss: Using Mangalica pigs in regenerative design Communicating with the land            Breeding Cane Corsos and French Bulldogs Detoxing in the sauna And much, much more… You will love this compassionate and collaborative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Sydney: Sydney Raym is a third-generation farmer and regenerative agriculture designer with lifelong, hands-on experience rooted in land, animals, and ecological systems. As a child, her grandfather taught her to work with soil, livestock, and seasonal rhythms, which helped her develop an intuitive understanding of how healthy ecosystems function when they are respected rather than controlled.  As a Native American, she understands the land not as a resource, but a relative — alive, responsive, and deserving of respect. Her approach to regenerative design blends practical experience with a deeply embodied understanding of life cycles, animal behavior, soil biology, and ecological rhythms. She seeks to design regenerative farms and ranches that are productive, resilient, and alive — systems that support both the land and the people who depend on it.       Connect with Sydney at:  Website: https://regenerativeagdesigning.com/home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/regenfarmingcollective Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydneyraym1111/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regenerativeagdesigning/?hl=en Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 25, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode ten features Natasha Stein Sutherland of Stein Farms as we discuss: Sharing decision-making between and within generations Prioritizing personal passions Practicing servant leadership Being authentic Much, much more! You will love this compassionate and collaborative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Natasha: Natasha comes from a long line of farmers: three generations on her father’s; eight generations on her mother’s. After graduating from Cornell, she spent seven years working on farms in New Zealand before returning to the family dairy farm in New York alongside her father, brother, cousin, husband, and children. They currently have a herd of 1800 cows and are in the process of installing a new rotary parlor.      Connect with Natasha at:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Stein-Farms-100063232207975/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 25, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode ten features Natasha Stein Sutherland of Stein Farms as we discuss: Sharing decision-making between and within generations Prioritizing personal passions Practicing servant leadership Being authentic Much, much more! You will love this compassionate and collaborative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Natasha: Natasha comes from a long line of farmers: three generations on her father’s; eight generations on her mother’s. After graduating from Cornell, she spent seven years working on farms in New Zealand before returning to the family dairy farm in New York alongside her father, brother, cousin, husband, and children. They currently have a herd of 1800 cows and are in the process of installing a new rotary parlor.      Connect with Natasha at:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Stein-Farms-100063232207975/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 18, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode nine features Kalan Redwood of Redwood Seeds as we discuss: Rejuvenating during the “off-season” Appreciating the potential of seeds Choosing traditional schooling and homeschooling Building a seed business from the ground up Much, much more! You will love this inspiring and informative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Kalan: Kalan didn’t choose farming—farming chose her! In her mid-twenties, she met her husband, which started a journey of garden curiosity. After several years growing seeds under contract for other companies, Redwood Seeds was born. They specialize in certified organic, heirloom, and open-pollinated varieties adapted to diverse climates.    Connect with Kalan at:  Website: https://www.redwoodseeds.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redwoodorganicseeds/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redwoodseeds/?hl=en Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 18, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode nine features Kalan Redwood of Redwood Seeds as we discuss: Rejuvenating during the “off-season” Appreciating the potential of seeds Choosing traditional schooling and homeschooling Building a seed business from the ground up Much, much more! You will love this inspiring and informative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Kalan: Kalan didn’t choose farming—farming chose her! In her mid-twenties, she met her husband, which started a journey of garden curiosity. After several years growing seeds under contract for other companies, Redwood Seeds was born. They specialize in certified organic, heirloom, and open-pollinated varieties adapted to diverse climates.    Connect with Kalan at:  Website: https://www.redwoodseeds.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redwoodorganicseeds/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redwoodseeds/?hl=en Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x 

Recording date: February 3, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode seven features beginning farmer Amber Toombs of Rustic Roots Heritage Homestead as we discuss: The joys and triumphs of farm cats The “farming gene” Creating hands-on agricultural education Livestock as soil amendments Much, much more! You will love this energetic and collaborative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Amber: Amber was born and raised in the city. Her grandmother, a resilient woman who grew up during the Depression era, experienced the harsh realities of self-sufficiency firsthand. Determined to provide a different life for her family, Amber's grandmother moved to the city, distancing herself from the lifestyle she once knew. This city upbringing shaped Amber's early years, but the stories and skills passed down from her grandmother ignited a spark within her—a desire to rediscover and embrace a life more connected to nature and tradition. Special opportunity for Food, Flowers, & Fun listeners: Attend Amber’s Sovereign Health Summit: From Soil to Soul October 27-31, 2026 (both virtual and in person options). Sign up now at https://www.sovereignhealthsummit.com/?ref=womenfarm5. Use the coupon code womenfarm5 to get 5% off your tickets.  Connect with Amber at:  Website: https://www.rusticrootsheritagehomestead.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RusticRootsHeritageHomestead Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RusticRootsHeritageHomestead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rusticrootsheritagehomestead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rusticrootswnc?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: February 3, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode seven features beginning farmer Amber Toombs of Rustic Roots Heritage Homestead as we discuss: The joys and triumphs of farm cats The “farming gene” Creating hands-on agricultural education Livestock as soil amendments Much, much more! You will love this energetic and collaborative farmer! #IYWF2026 About Amber: Amber was born and raised in the city. Her grandmother, a resilient woman who grew up during the Depression era, experienced the harsh realities of self-sufficiency firsthand. Determined to provide a different life for her family, Amber's grandmother moved to the city, distancing herself from the lifestyle she once knew. This city upbringing shaped Amber's early years, but the stories and skills passed down from her grandmother ignited a spark within her—a desire to rediscover and embrace a life more connected to nature and tradition. Special opportunity for Food, Flowers, & Fun listeners: Attend Amber’s Sovereign Health Summit: From Soil to Soul October 27-31, 2026 (both virtual and in person options). Sign up now at https://www.sovereignhealthsummit.com/?ref=womenfarm5. Use the coupon code womenfarm5 to get 5% off your tickets.   Connect with Amber at:  Website: https://www.rusticrootsheritagehomestead.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RusticRootsHeritageHomestead Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RusticRootsHeritageHomestead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rusticrootsheritagehomestead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rusticrootswnc?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: January 29, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode seven features behavioral health professional Roberta Bellamy of Medical Family Therapy and Consulting, PLLC as we discuss: Watching stress and mental health challenges end farming Managing fear Breaking out of relational triangles Speaking truth kindly Much, much more! You will love this wise and compassionate ag service provider! #IYWF2026 About Roberta: Since 2015, Roberta has worked collaboratively with agricultural and health care entities to provide behavioral health services to North Carolina family farms across the state. She works with farm families, farm workers, and the entities that serve and support the agricultural population, to help farms manage and reduce stress. Roberta grew up on a small, multi-generational family farm in Kittrell, NC. During the turbulent farming years of the early 80’s, her father was hospitalized with a stress-induced, psychotic breakdown, and her family’s life of farming ended. As an adult, she set her professional goals toward becoming a therapist for farming families. For additional support, visit the North Carolina Agromedicine Institute at https://ncagromedicine.org/ . Connect with Roberta at:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-bellamy-phd-lmft-359174209/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode seven features behavioral health professional Roberta Bellamy of Medical Family Therapy and Consulting, PLLC as we discuss: Watching stress and mental health challenges end farming Managing fear Breaking out of relational triangles Speaking truth kindly Much, much more! You will love this wise and compassionate ag service provider! #IYWF2026 About Roberta: Since 2015, Roberta has worked collaboratively with agricultural and health care entities to provide behavioral health services to North Carolina family farms across the state. She works with farm families, farm workers, and the entities that serve and support the agricultural population, to help farms manage and reduce stress. Roberta grew up on a small, multi-generational family farm in Kittrell, NC. During the turbulent farming years of the early 80’s, her father was hospitalized with a stress-induced, psychotic breakdown, and her family’s life of farming ended. As an adult, she set her professional goals toward becoming a therapist for farming families. Connect with Roberta at:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-bellamy-phd-lmft-359174209/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x Recording date: January 29, 2026

Recording date: January 27, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode six features apple orchardist Sandra Barden of Barden Family Orchard as we discuss: Marrying into the farm family Growing organic apples Listening to customers Rebuilding after the death of the primary farmer Much, much more! You will love this positive and determined farmer! #IYWF2026 About Sandie: Sandra Barden is the owner/operator of Barden Family Orchard in Rhode Island. She managed the farm with her husband, Gil, for twenty-five years until tragedy struck in 2023, leaving her both a widow and the primary farm operator. Because the business had been set up as a sole proprietorship, Sandie had to set up a completely new business structure while navigating her grief…all during the beginning of the growing season. Connect with Sandie at:  Website: https://bardenfamilyorchard.com/ Facebook: @bardenfamilyorchard Instagram: @barden_family_orchard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-barden-9a815831/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x

Recording date: January 27, 2026 Welcome to the second season of Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world! Episode six features apple orchardist Sandra Barden of Barden Family Orchard as we discuss: Marrying into the farm family Growing organic apples Listening to customers Rebuilding after the death of the primary farmer Much, much more! You will love this positive and determined farmer! #IYWF2026 About Sandie: Sandra Barden is the owner/operator of Barden Family Orchard in Rhode Island. She managed the farm with her husband, Gil, for twenty-five years until tragedy struck in 2023, leaving her both a widow and the primary farm operator. Because the business had been set up as a sole proprietorship, Sandie had to set up a completely new business structure while navigating her grief…all during the beginning of the growing season. Connect with Sandie at:  Website: https://bardenfamilyorchard.com/ Facebook: @bardenfamilyorchard Instagram: @barden_family_orchard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-barden-9a815831/ Connect with K at:  Website: https://www.penlightfarmers.com YouTube: @k.castrataro3466  Facebook and Instagram: @penlightfarmers Podcast (audio): https://www.penlightfarmers.com/podcast  Podcast (video): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIVBn53rrIsTwS4ag6hH4DHnxG_Lxqt7x