It was so awesonme to read the article in the City Paper about Lowcountry Local First's growing New Farmers Incubator Pilot program. More recognition of this is exactly what is needed for the program to prosper. I feel certain that there are young people out there who would love to learn more about farming but just don't know how to go about it. Nikki Seibert's story is really inspiring. She has a Masters in Environmental Science from CofC and gave up whatever career she might have had following that to pursue her love of growing.
The interviews with Sean Brock and Fred Neuville were also fantastic. I've met Sean Brock several times and he really is that passionate about local produce. He really sets a standard among chefs with his attitude and actions regarding the local food scene. That he gets up at the crack of dawn to get his hands dirty should really be a wake-up call to chefs who just sit back on their laurels and make half-hearted attempts to buy local. The people are aware of what is available to them the more new farmers and chefs we will have who are dedicated to staying local.
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