A Farm Built on Passion | The Story of JSM Organics
Field Trips with Tara Beaver Coronado
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13m
Every farm has a story, and this one begins with a leap of faith.
In this episode of Field Trips, we visit JSM Organics in Royal Oaks, California, where Javier shares how farming became his second career and the passion that inspired him to build a diverse organic farm. While JSM Organics grows a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, this visit focuses on one of California's favorite crops—strawberries.
Join me as we explore the strawberry fields to learn how these delicious berries are planted, grown, harvested, and cared for throughout the season. Along the way, Javier shares the challenges, rewards, and purpose he's found in agriculture, proving it's never too late to follow your passion.
Whether you love strawberries, enjoy learning where your food comes from, or simply appreciate hearing the stories of the people behind our food, this episode is for you.
🌱 Learn more about JSM Organics:
https://jsmorganics.com/
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