The Soil Revolution: Regenerative Practices in OregonSustainability
Mar 12, 2024·6 min read

The Soil Revolution: Regenerative Practices in Oregon

Discover how a new wave of Oregon farmers are transforming degraded land into thriving ecosystems using regenerative agriculture techniques that prioritize soil health above all else.

Direct-to-Consumer: Navigating the Digital MarketBusiness
Mar 08, 2024·8 min read

Direct-to-Consumer: Navigating the Digital Market

How small-scale producers are leveraging e-commerce platforms, social media, and subscription models to sell their farm-fresh products directly to consumers.

Staying at the Source: The Rise of Farm StaysAgrotourism
Feb 28, 2024·5 min read

Staying at the Source: The Rise of Farm Stays

From rustic cabins to luxury glamping, agrotourism is booming as travelers seek authentic farm experiences that connect them to the land and the people who cultivate it.

The Vertical Orchard: How Tech is Saving Heirloom ApplesSustainability
Mar 02, 2024·7 min read

The Vertical Orchard: How Tech is Saving Heirloom Apples

A new wave of orchard growers is using sensors, airflow mapping, and heritage grafting to keep rare apple varieties alive while cutting water use.

From Pasture to Pantry: The Rise of Farm-to-Shelf RetailBusiness
Feb 24, 2024·6 min read

From Pasture to Pantry: The Rise of Farm-to-Shelf Retail

Farm brands are learning how to package, ship, and scale without losing the personal story customers fell in love with.

Designing the Ultimate Agrotourism RetreatAgrotourism
Feb 18, 2024·5 min read

Designing the Ultimate Agrotourism Retreat

The best agrotourism experiences balance comfort with authenticity, turning a weekend stay into a memorable farm story.

The Lavender Labyrinth: A Business Journey from Seed to ScentProducts
Feb 20, 2024·10 min read

The Lavender Labyrinth: A Business Journey from Seed to Scent

James Thorne turned five acres of rocky hillside into one of the Pacific Northwest's most beloved lavender farms. This is the story of how a chance encounter with a French farmer, a decade of patience, and an unwavering belief in the power of scent built a thriving business from the ground up.

James Thorne
James ThorneFounder, Thorne Farms
Legacy & Longevity: Passing the PitchforkFamily Farms
Feb 15, 2024·4 min read

Legacy & Longevity: Passing the Pitchfork

Multi-generational farming families share their stories of preserving tradition while embracing innovation to keep their agricultural heritage alive.

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