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The episode features Brittany and Calvin Beasley discussing their family farm's journey and modern farming practices.

Join us as we explore the journey of third-generation farmers Brittany and Calvin Beasley of Beasley Orchard in Indiana. Discover their diverse crop operations, agritourism strategies, and how they navigate modern farming challenges while sharing insights into sustainable practices and community engagement. key topics Diversification of crops and agritourism activities Challenges of farming near suburban development Family farm legacy and succession planning Use of technology and innovative practices in farming Labor management and H2A visa program Marketing and community engagement strategies Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Beasley Orchard and Guests 04:12 History of the Farm and Crop Diversification 10:09 Transition from traditional farming to agritourism 19:54 Crop management and planting practices 29:53 Farm infrastructure and expansion plans 39:46 Community relations and handling development pressures 49:59 Future plans and challenges in farming 51:55 Advice for aspiring farmers and closing remarks

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