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March 18, 2024

In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the world of crafting bundles for our awesome audience, focusing on providing convenient ready-made choices instead of overwhelming options. We chat about balancing customer preferences and simplifying our offerings, sharing the ups and downs of this approach. Our talk covers topics like agriculture, caring for the land, and building community connections through shared meals. We explore the joys and challenges of farm life with a bustling household.

We discuss daily routines, time management, and adjusting to seasonal changes like daylight saving time, sharing funny stories and thoughtful insights on farming practices and societal norms. From handling livestock to interacting with the community, we shed light on the day-to-day operations of our farm, highlighting the importance of networking, learning, and adapting to change. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, we welcome you to join us on our journey of growth and discovery in the realm of agricultural entrepreneurship.

Our conversation touches on poultry processing, staff recruitment, and growing our business, as we tackle challenges and embrace opportunities in building a thriving and sustainable farm enterprise. With humor, honesty, and practical tips, we recount tales of successes, setbacks, and ongoing progress in the diverse world of farming and entrepreneurship. Come along for an informative and enjoyable ride through the ever-changing landscape of agriculture and community engagement.

We discuss regulations for pickle sales, investments in insect-based food products, electronic tracking for cattle, starting a micro-bakery, tending to a spring garden, and incorporating fitness activities on the farm. Fun stories about affordable labor and the competitive side of the agricultural industry add a light-hearted vibe to our chat, along with experiences in processing pigs and creating homemade sausage flavors. This lively exchange gives listeners an engaging glimpse into rural life, small-scale farming methods, culinary experiments, and current happenings.

In a detailed chat, we share insights into our lives and farm operations, from enjoying self-employment to processing meat for pet food amidst regulatory hurdles. We discuss moving our website to a new hosting platform, upcoming farm tours for CSA members, promotions to boost CSA sign-ups, expanding the farm store, and enhancing our offerings. Our conversation also covers farm equipment, storage challenges, and future plans for greenhouse expansions, leading to talks about kids playing outdoors and the future direction of our podcast segments. Thanks for joining us on this enlightening journey through the Passel Hills Farm Podcast.

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