Growing a Greener World Season 5 Episode 4 The Weekend Farmer, Beyond the Garden: The Basics of Starting a Small Farm; Atlanta, GA

The Weekend Farmer, Beyond the Garden: The Basics of Starting a Small Farm; Atlanta, GA is the fourth episode of season five of Growing a Greener World. This informative episode explores the challenges and rewards of starting a small farm and provides essential tips for the new farmer.

Host Joe Lamp'l meets up with farm owner Kelly Carlisle at her Atlanta farm, where she shares her experiences of starting a small farm from scratch. Carlisle, who started her farm on a small plot of land in East Atlanta, set out to teach herself how to grow food using sustainable practices. She now runs a successful farm focused on growing fresh produce for her local community and local restaurants. She shares her knowledge on everything from crop rotation to planting strategies and explains why it is vital for small-scale farmers to utilize sustainable practices.

The episode then zooms in on the logistics of starting a small farm. Lamp'l visits a local feed store to learn about the essential equipment that new farmers should have to get started, and the experts there share their advice for selecting the right farm equipment, such as types of plows, tillers and different farming tools that can make life on the farm easier.

The episode also discusses the importance of the soil quality, and Lamp'l visits a local composting center to learn how to create nutrient-rich compost. Additionally, he visits a farmer's market to learn the ins and outs of running a successful market stand and talks to other small farmers to get their tips and advice on running a profitable farm.

Throughout the episode, Lamp'l emphasizes the importance of choosing the right crops for your farm, discussing which crops grow best in your climate and soil type, and how to approach planning your crop harvest.

The Weekend Farmer, Beyond the Garden: The Basics of Starting a Small Farm; Atlanta, GA is a must-watch for anyone who has dreams of starting their farm. It provides essential advice, practical tips, and honest advice for anyone looking to start on a small scale. By the end of the episode, viewers will have a newfound appreciation for the challenges and rewards of starting a small farm while also understanding the importance of sustainable practices.