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FARM PROFILES

Learn from the best. These Sustainable Farmers prove that you can make a living while taking care of the planet in the process.

Sue Spagnuolo's Dolce Vita Goat Dairy

Sue Spagnuolo's launches Dolce Vita Goat Dairy - Not long ago, Sue Spagnuolo found herself single again, with two grown children, facing an uncertain future on her farm in St. Johns, Michigan. Now Sue has launched a new career, producing three tasty flavors of chevre goat cheese for sale at local farmers' markets and L&L Food Centers. Her Old World family values and her faith have guided her path, and she shares her inspirational story about how women today can reinvent themselves as farm entrepreneurs. . . more

Titus Farm

Sustainable Farmers Titus Farms -
The next generation
- Young Rebecca Titus still plans to earn a Ph.d., but she also has big plans for the family's organic farm in Leslie, MI. The family markets their fruits and vegetables through two area farmers' markets, but now Rebecca's Web site has recruited 150 customers who have purchased CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture) contracts. . . . more

Neil Kentner's Farm - Wynsmoor Manor Sustainable Farmer Neil Kentner banks on historic breeds to sustain Wynsmoor Manor - Neil Kenter raises heritage sheep, chickens and ducks on his 8-1/2-acre farm. He also grows heirloom vegetables and ancient apple varieties . . . more