The Thriving Farmer Podcast

How do you take your homestead from beginner to profitable?    On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Ann Accetta-Scott, a dedicated first-generation homesteader and the author behind "The Farm Girl's Guide to Preserving the Harvest." While managing her family farm in Middle Tennessee, Ann shares her journey from self-taught beginnings to becoming a community cultivator and advocate for a simpler, more sustainable way of life. Tune in to hear how Ann teaches others how to establish a life centered around clean eating, food ownership, and homesteading skills. You’ll hear: About why Ann got started in farming 0:47 What their biggest challenge was when increasing their farm’s acreage 2:18 What Ann’s goal was when she started the garden 12:04 What challenges Ann experienced when moving cross country 14:44 How Ann designed her garden for preservation 20:08 Ann’s tips for making a homestead profitable 39:03 What is covered in The Farm Girl’s Guide to Preserving the Harvest 54:19 Ab