The New American Farmer, 2nd Edition

	Voices from the New American Farmers
	Learn more about what drives farmers and ranchers trying to produce in ways that are profitable, environmentally sound and good for people and communities. Rossneau & Loretta Ealom, Elkton, Ky. (Vegetables/Value-added products) “I marvel at the way things grow and how they go about it….” View | Listen Mark Frasier, Woodrow, Colo. (Grass-fed cow/calf ranch) “…It’s exciting to know there are more doors opening for producers.” View | Listen | Read Profile Alex & Betsy Hitt, Graham, N.C. (Direct-market vegetables) “We both think sustainability is the future of agriculture…” View | Listen | Read Profile Karl Kupers, Harrington, Wash. (Shepherd’s Grain Co-op) “I love the joy you get when you re-connect to the consumer.” View | Listen | Read Profile Paul Muller, Guinda, Calif. (Community-supported agriculture) “We’re trying to figure out how to make something that will last and our children can appreciate and enjoy.” View | Listen | Read Profile Peggy Sechrist, Fredericksburg, Texas (Organic beef) “An area of passion for me is connecting people to each other.” View | Listen | Read Profile Tom Trantham, Pelzer, S.C. (Grass-fed dairy) “You know when you sow a seed in the soil, the return from that is going to be a wonderful thing.” View | Listen | Read Profile Tell us what you think! This and other feedback greatly appreciated!