Listen "How I Got Here: Stories from the Farm"
Episode Synopsis
Whether today’s farmers come from a multi-generational line of growers or they're the first generation to be called to agriculture, those paths are filled with twists and turns, challenges, redemption and kindness. In this episode, we’re sharing compelling stories from the peanut grower community that open up new opportunities, possibilities and appreciation in agriculture. Featured peanut farmer guests on this episode are Karla Thompson of Georgia, Jan Jones of Georgia and Lonnie Fortner of Mississippi. Sources: Whitt, C., Todd, J. E., & MacDonald, J. M. (2020, December). America’s diverse family farms: 2020 edition. USDA ERS. https://www.ers.usda.gov/publications/pub-details/?pubid=100011
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