From Bare Land to Bountiful Haven: My 14-Year Journey to creating a flourishing farm
Greetings, fellow farmers and sustainability enthusiasts! Today marks the exciting launch of this blog, a space dedicated to sharing my experiences and learnings on the beautiful, challenging, and ultimately rewarding path of sustainable farming. My name is Bhavana, and my story might surprise you. My heart, even as a kid, craved the earthy symphony of a farm. My parents, those brilliant souls, nurtured a seed of that passion, leading me on a path towards fertile fields and flourishing harvests. It wasn't just about feeding my family with goodness grown from the earth; it was about contributing to a healthier community and a more sustainable future. The desire to become a farmer wasn't a fleeting fancy; it was a burning desire and passion. Then, opportunity knocked in 2010. A piece of land, seemingly barren and devoid of life, and acres of farmland that had not been tilled for over a decade caught my eye. Yet, amidst the dry earth, my mother and I saw potential – the po...