Our Farm Stand has been SHUT DOWN | For now...

[@jamiecady3034]

No farms no food, no healthy food is the plan, everyone sick and on medication is the plan. Control the food, control the ppl

[@mamarages]

They want us eating bugs & I aint eating no bugs!

[@ghoneyp1718]

100% correct

[@tamihoffnung301]

🎯

[@gpashh]

Population control is exactly what it is. Both parties want it all!!!

[@briannarosburg1537]

SO 125%, control the food, control the people.

[@scubasmitty5135]

Make NO mistake,,,,, it's all about CONTROL !!!!!!

[@bdmenne]

Worse. It’s about “DELETING” our people, our very lives and way of life. C(19) was a huge start to the culling process.

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@scubasmitty5135 you people are such whiny children.

[@scubasmitty5135]

@@thefeministagenda9544 K M A !!!

[@JosiahK555]

the voters vote for this control.. they are the problem. they vote blue, and vote themselves out of business

[@melkilgore]

That’s right! If it was about health they would do something about that giant chemtrail in the sky above her.

[@dsbennett]

The problem with your jams is that they don’t have 57 chemicals no one can pronounce to make them safe for human consumption.

[@markj7612]

Well said.

[@andreaconnor6209]

Meanwhile there's a chemtrail in plain sight in her opening video when she is closing the stand up.......I hate where our country has gone

[@grannybaker6281]

Another issue from the state... they're not getting any $$$ from your efforts!!! Follow the money, it's ALWAYS about the money 💰🤑💰

[@Leslie-es5ij]

Those chemicals are poisoning us, and the government is in on it.

[@dulcyreck4436]

Exactly!

[@amymartin7508]

Adorable stand. Dont give up.

[@jilldalier5396]

Your farm stand looked so cute! Hope you reopen and come back stronger. God bless 🙏

[@mrs.rogers7582]

There was a young boy selling ice cream and he was shut down by a neighbor calling. The young boy was raising money for his baseball club. He reopened with the sign "Ice Cream" donations accepted. He raised over $1,000.00 that day.

[@ThesmartestTem]

That's how I get around an ordinance that doesn't allow me to sell chicken eggs. I give the eggs away and accept donations towards feed cost or barter them. People even decide how much money they give. I don't even offer a suggestion.

[@augustagootee6254]

Amen to this

[@joecannon5593]

You are in Michigan..dem run. Expect more laws to come Unless You people make your voice known this voting season. Memory jog...during mandatory shutdown you guys weren't even allowed to purchase garden supplies or travel (unless you were one of government rulers) want 4 more years of the same and worse? Then be sure to put the same people in office.

[@mommyjo1325]

that is brilliant!!

[@quantumstone992]

We living in the last days in this world. As the Bible teaches us. In the lasting day everything is right will become wrong in the humans eyes. And all the wrong will be consent, and accept accordingly men's laws. It's hard, and it will get worse day by day. God have mercy. But be strong, we live on the evils day. God bless. Be strong.

[@LoriJensen-xd5fn]

It is a shame that the people who do not produce anything of value are the ones that the producers must ask permission of to produce things people want. I hope in the not-too-distant future we as citizens can put things back in order when the government was afraid of citizens.

[@stevemiller9135]

Your first misconception is the term "citizen." That's what you DON"T want to be. Prior to the inception of the birth certificate of 1933, we were all State Nationals. After the birth certificate, our status was changed to "American Citizen." Sounds harmless, right? Wrong. As a State National, we all had our God given rights, Constitutional rights, and limited diplomatic immunity. As an "American Citizen" we are now municipal employees of the United States Corporation. Meaning all we get are privileges and gov't services. Also, on the Birth Certificate our given names were changed to all CAPS. Which appears on our B.C., legal documents, licenses, and bills. That is known as your "Legal Fiction" name which you now represent. Ever notice that? What does your all CAPS name mean? It means that your name is a corporation. Which means you're a dead entity. Which means you're no longer a living soul, but you are now legally defined as a "person." You'd never know this unless you owned a Legal Dictionary and looked it up. But, essentially it means you're a dead entity. From here the rabbit hole gets very deep. But these are hidden little tricks they have pulled on the people to defraud us and con us in everything we do in our daily lives. I'll just say that, that gov't official that came poking around would never have pulled that on an Amish farm stand.

[@sunnybluesand2730]

Thank you for teaching us that info.

[@andrewslagle1974]

@@stevemiller9135 maby you are i am not !what birth ctfkt whats that!

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@stevemiller9135 you've got to stop believing everything you see on Facebook. None of that is true.

[@davidlynch3077]

When you see that in order to produce, you need to obtain permission from men who produce nothing; when you see that money is flowing to those who deal not in goods, but in favors; when you see that men get rich more easily by graft than by work, and your laws no longer protect you against them, but protect them against you. . . you may know that your society is doomed.” “Atlas Shrugged” - Ayn Rand

[@Doctor_Al]

You're a lot calmer and nicer about it than I would be ...

[@heathervoshall7395]

😢 What bummer, I’m sorry.

[@smas3256]

Calm? Close to tears.

[@basspig]

@@smas3256 I think the original post meant that she didn't use the Second Amendment on the town officials. Which would be the American way to deal with tyrants.

[@Doctor_Al]

@@smas3256 Ha! I'd be frothing at the mouth and swearing revenge on all my enemies for a hundred miles in every direction.

[@Doctor_Al]

@@basspig That's a little extreme but you can be sure I'd have put up a sign, "Temporarily Closed Due To Busybody Neighbors and Overreaching State and Local Officials", for a start.

[@joannevdm6437]

Somebody is jealous. And Jealousy makes people nasty. Keep on shining, I love your channel ❤️

[@ojulisha]

Yes very sad

[@mellie1004]

That’s exactly what I just said out loud. Pathetic.

[@777thesse]

Jealousy is evil monster

[@RobertMcFalls-d2k]

some one somewhere near you is complaining so they can do what you do, I'm betting. its not what you know, its WHO you know!! GOOD LUCK!!

[@gurumagoo]

Or more likely, someone is a competitor and uses the government to shut them down. That's how crony-capitalism (fake capitalism) works.

[@brendathompson8160]

Love your beautiful little stand and your healthy products.

[@KarenBowers4]

They don't mind letting big companies have recall after recall yet they never get shut down. Seems like government doesn't want people to have access to fresh food locally grown.

[@jennwatson74]

This was my first thought. I see people commenting that this is for the safety of the public. No, it’s for control. Big food and big ag can make all the people sick but you’re right, they never get shut down.

[@kimruff7133]

Guess what that is what they want ‼️

[@smas3256]

@@jennwatson74 Don't leave out all the dept. and agencies. Municipal water with fluoride doesn't keep anyone save. Chemicals are all approved. Iodine cleans water and the oceans are full of it. God's gifts ruled by .... (can't say it). We have to follow the laws but we don't have to respect them.

[@hastycontemplation]

​@jennwatson74 She mentioned she thought she was OK because she did not make over the capped amount. I think it is wrong to put a cap on how much a person can earn.

[@kathysoltys3104]

Exactly

[@TweetyBirdFan2010]

Such a cute farm stand! I'm so sorry.

[@laurarochester3054]

Little village homestead on KZbin is in Michigan and has a farm stand. She has a ringer on hers when someone visits it so she can go out and help them. I wonder if you had any questions if you could reach out to her for help as someone who already follows the laws. I really appreciate you taking the time to let us know what was happening with the farm stand and I pray you work it all out. God bless you

[@rbud57]

that was my first thought - just add a buzzer or ringer and go out when needed. If not home, close it up. Not ideal, but not totally closed. And the "no set prices" approach is good, too, maybe with "gently suggested donations". No actual prices. That makes it not-for-profit and likely sidesteps many of the official sales rules.

[@maryrinks8383]

I watch that one also .❤

[@joniboulware1436]

Maybe face to face can be video. Such a shame. I feel like farmstead are part of our rural culture and experience.

[@ChrissyGillis1969]

​@@joniboulware1436 Right it's considered ok for court cases to be conducted over video.

[@jeff130]

@@joniboulware1436 Video could be a great idea. There are a lot of solar powered WiFi cameras on the market that have two way audio. I bet she could set one of those up inside the stand (with the solar panel outside) and have it alert her when someone was on site. That way, she wouldn't even have to shut down when she's not home.

[@kennethcruise7635]

You were much more respectful than I could have been . God bless you in that journey .

[@loveofyahweh9660]

Thank you for sharing. You showed a lot of grace under fire. Keep going. 🙏🏼

[@emilyneal7888]

Thank you Rachel for setting a good example in the face of adversity. I believe you will be rewarded for that. It’s going to work out.

[@adaniels4326]

I am so sorry, but also very proud of you all for deciding not to "pack it up" all together. It isn't failure until you quit trying. ❤️

[@wendymcdonagh-valentine5623]

Amen!! 🙏🇺🇲🙏

[@erinrae5119]

They didn't fail, the gov't fails us.

[@sitsngigglesful]

I am in SE Michigan, I stop at farm stands all spring, summer and fall. I buy my eggs every week from one. I've never seen a person! I think someone made specific complaints against you for some reason and looked at the Cottage laws while they were doing it. I'm so sorry this happened! Your stand is beautiful! I hope you figure something out AND that Michigan isn't getting even crazier they better not take away my farm stands!!

[@vginnmusa3128]

Likely a competitor, if complaint-driven.

[@russellstewart5414]

@@vginnmusa3128the competition doesn’t want her operating in their area. Who else would know the exact rules to complain about. Let’s not blame the governor, because as many have stated they stop at self service stands in Michigan. Minor adjustments to follow the rules and she should be up and selling soon

[@amberlee6892]

​. Yeah, let's DO blame the governor. She is CCP driven and is all about eliminating the small, self-sufficient families. She is destroying our farm lands for solr/wind/EV, eliminating hunting while we are the 2nd largest land sold to foreigners stste! She has a hand in every opportunity to turn this state into a socialist regime.

[@debbyn2605]

Nothing but Grace and dignity from you; very well said. Hope that you can get back to doing what you love. Your stand is beautiful. sending love from Long Island, New York.

[@littleturtle587]

Dont give up. Sending Our Prayers. 🙏❤Hopefully youll sell online Im too far to go.🐢In El Paso, Texas.😊

[@terrystroble8657]

Rural Michigander here. For many years I set up a table at the end of my driveway with my excess vegies grown in the garden. After much thought I decided to just put up a sign saying "Free" but donations are appreciated. I never was trying to make money; mostly trying to help others. Then one day someone took my table and saw horses that made up the table...lol My upset wife got on one of the local social media sites and in a couple days our stuff magically reapeared in the middle of the night!

[@LeAnn610]

Sounds like a simple mistake. The people were honest to bring it back. 😮

[@rayvin357]

i had a neighbors RED WAGON stolen from the front yard.

[@kathleenmanak2837]

In America, we have lost our freedom. It began decades ago slowly. 😢

[@jeffd.8917]

A little less government would be a good thing. Sometimes people in local government have agendas and their own business interests.

[@anthonywonderly1763]

Good Americans in each town used to have their own possees to make sure the government did not rule over them.

[@BrunoPerrault-b5r]

@@kathleenmanak2837 and you’re freedoms can be taken back fast if you grow a spine! The only reason people lose their freedom is because they surrender them freely! Vote responsibly in 2024!

[@katapult0987]

@@jeffd.8917it would! Starting with women’s rights.

[@rut5161]

Really started in 2008

[@athalyerajan2823]

In this new america why cannot some people leave others alone ? I am a legal immigrant since 1988 and see this country change so much I cannot believe what has become of my beloved homeland

[@OfftoShambala]

The people in the USA are highly indoctrinated like the 1930’s German citizens.

[@Shalompaz-m7w]

IS COMMUNISM THEY HAVE TO CONTROL PEOPLE'S LIVES TO FILL GOOD AND POWERFUL.

[@BartmanMi]

Yeah 2016 should not have happened

[@SuperBre94]

You're right 2016 should have never happened. If anyone had done a little research down from Grandpa, Pa, and It they would have known what was to come. Sitting back being docile and lazy, accepting what is told to you is very dangerous. We've seen examples.

[@40billwaugh]

You came at the end of the Reagan years. The most free time since before FDR.

[@karenhirschkorn2360]

Cutest little farm stand I’ve ever seen! I’m so sorry they shut you down! 😕

[@yulanblumhagen3955]

This makes me very sad.... It's all about control!!!

[@Jkaye13]

What a beautiful little stand!! So sorry you had to shut it down 😞

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Remember when we had freedoms to live our lives ? This is infuriating!

[@stephanieobrien587]

Right!??? Meanwhile big corporations can Poison us legally. It’s a shame. People think we are free but we really aren’t.

[@ladybugsarah6671]

We still had some morals we would live by.

[@DesertDepotDani]

That's "Anerica" for you........ this is really sad. ..just like them killing Peanut the squirrel... WHY.???? WTF is wrong with this country.

[@jade-d314]

I'm in Michigan. I'm also hardcore anti-big government. This is infuriating. I'm so sorry Rachel.

[@cucvfarmer]

I live in The People's Republic of Michigan also. I'm east of Muskegon.

[@BartmanMi]

Are you also for something, or just Trump?

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@jade-d314 you people are so dramatic.

[@robinr.2233]

No good deed goes unpunished. Farm strands are way too much fun to be allowed to continue. What we really need is more regulation, right?

[@bps7209]

@@thefeministagenda9544are you for real? Everyone should be against what the government is doing here and everywhere.

[@janaeshaffer266]

It's NOT over, girl you get back at there!❤

[@JimRobinEric]

I am so sorry, how sad. I despise our government....Control the food, control the people.

[@wendigos_eat_people7177]

Not only control the people, but they can taint the food to get rid of undesirables, even use it as a sick and perverted way of population control.

[@smas3256]

Next label should include: No crickets in my organic food.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Oh but….can’t say “organic” with out inspections, permits and fees. For now you can say no chemicals or pesticides used.

[@winminny3150]

Good one!

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 if we didn't have those regulations people would be able to grow inorganically but still slap the organic label on their products. How would you address that?

[@KathyTincler]

Good one!!!!😅🤣😂😂🤣🤣😅

[@KathyTincler]

@@thefeministagenda9544 Well people do all kinds of no no's like that and get away with it. Liars, cheats etc. everywhere. Those organics in grocery stores AND even health food stores are not all truly organic. They are made by corporate indoor 'big barns', treated chemically but tell us the chems are organic. We are not totally protected. The practices for moving forward in the future are disgusting and it involves and overload of homework on the consumer's part. Do we do that....are we willing to learn it all? It's exhausting!

[@otter8071]

Have it open for specific hours during the week and do the sales face-to-face if that is a main requirement. Maybe even have a volunteer to be present during some of the times the stand is open. Do not give up. Your Farmstand is awesome!!!!

[@rgomoffat]

In NY state farm stands have "bells" you ring the bell before of after you put the $ in the honor box. The owners come within sight and wave.

[@PureTruth1970]

Meanwhile in the state of Michigan you have water treatment plants selling/giving away Bio waste as fertilizer and it is loaded with PFAS (forever chemicals) and you have farmers using that on their crops and in their pastures which leads to animals having high amounts of PFAS in the meat! Honestly things like this really can tick someone off! I hope you guys can get this sorted out!

[@lisagrafton2529]

Maybe they should spend more time cleaning up the water that has poisoned poor families! Oh, wait, they're poor, so there's no hurry in cleaning it up!

[@wolfmare50]

When I was shopping for my land, when I came back to Maine, I was hard core checking the difficult to find, and often shut down, map of farms that use it. Once you do, it’s there.

[@PureTruth1970]

@@wolfmare50 I have read articles of cattle farms in Michigan that the beef was tested for PFAS and some farms for just a single pound of beef had 4 times the limit the FDA would allow for a single adult to consume in a week! But to me NO ONE SHOULD CONSUME ANY CHEMICALS WHATSOEVER! I'm glad you done your research because some people simply don't.

[@PureTruth1970]

@@lisagrafton2529 What is bizarre to me is how disabling the government is by giving people all this welfare (EBT, HUD, Medicaid) to a society that most have never contributed back by paying in taxes! Wonder if not cleaning up the waterways is the government's way to eventually end those types of welfare recipient's? I truly don't understand it! Give the "poor people" (non-tax payers) everything so they will become dependent on the actual tax paying poor middle class (like myself) and then simply pollute our waterways and farms so it will wipe us all out! The last to be standing is the rich!

[@besoamy1]

In Niagara falls there is a food digester plant that was shredding all the plastic from expired dairy goods etc. The plastic was hauled in tankers and put in willing farmers lagoons then sucked up with plastic and spread on fields of soybeans and corn..Unreal

[@margiedietrich26]

It’s absolutely darling . I’m praying that you will be able to move forward , with another one perhaps in a different place. Don’t despair. I’ll pray with you that our God will show you another path .

[@JimWalkerMusic]

The best sweet corn I've ever had came from a Cass County farm stand. I fell out of love with Michigan 20 years ago. Regulations and government overreach finally chased me out in 2018. I am now a completely happy resident of Alabama. I miss the fishing, but I do not miss the taxes, the car insurance prices, or the snow in Michigan!

[@Erasis]

56 years old, born, raised and still living in Michigan. I've been so disappointed with our state since Whitmer. But anyways I live for our farm stands and I go all the time. I buys eggs, jellies, Jams, honey, fresh veggies and fruit and have never bought any of that face to face. It's always been the honor system.

[@occamsrazor7939]

The "gubberment" is corrupt. JMO.

[@JohnWinsemius]

you think Whitmer changed the laws? I doubt it. Did she can that stuff in a home kitchen, which is against the law. She needs a state certified ,separate from the general house hold, commercial kitchen and a certified water supply. I know several people who have done that and no issues with state law

[@BartmanMi]

Lol nothing to do with Gretch.

[@andrewslagle1974]

@@JohnWinsemius ok karen! your party has there girl running bro!

[@hubster4477]

Too bad the law was in effect when snyder was in office!😂

[@carldennhardt4805]

You certainly handled that with a lot more grace than I would have!

[@valinajames209]

I feel so sad for you because the joy the farm stand brought you was very visible. Perhaps a booth in a community farmer's market is the way to go. The calmness you have displayed during this video reinforces your character. Thank you for sharing and for being a positive example for all to witness.

[@amyrp9115]

I've been researching the Michigan Cottage Laws for my own products, and unfortunately Farmer's Markets are out as well unless the products are made in a commercial kitchen 😒

[@katherineking3174]

STAND FIRM!!! PRAY!!!

[@LisaAnnFlourishes]

I hope you are able to continue your Farm Stand. It looks like a whole bunch of fun to do.

[@kimberleyjane2338]

Jealous people will make it their job, to bring you down. They complain until inspector has no choice. There are jealous people everywhere.

[@jacquelynmedina5401]

Some people just can't stand the thought that others have so much creativity and they have none!

[@marcellasimerly8233]

Yes. Go talk with your Inspector and ask for a Copy of the Complaint…. Then, go on line. Limited Income in Michigan? Whoa unto Michigan.

[@marcellasimerly8233]

Then Confront your Accusers with a Law Suit? Restraint of Trade anyone?

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@kimberleyjane2338 do you not understand the reason for these regulations?

[@patriciahutchenszimmerman9357]

Oh yeah!

[@jenniferjuranko1617]

I’m sorry to hear this. It’s a shame that these cottage laws have so much interpretation to deal with. I hope you find a way to reopen and this is just a bump in the road and not a complete road block.

[@whitecreekhomestead6277]

That's B.S.! Now that explains what happened to my honey guy's stand! But you can buy at the store with the zillion recalls! Govt has too much power!

[@augustagootee6254]

Such a shame😢

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@whitecreekhomestead6277 I mean, labeling the food with the producer would enable recalls of her product if something went wrong. The ability to recall products is a good thing.

[@debihuntsman9314]

Oh, I'm so sorry this happened to you Rachel. Your stand is so beautiful! I wish I was close to you, I would have been a customer. ❤❤

[@jameshuntington2926]

I admire your restraint ! I hope you can figure out how to reopen next spring, and may God bless and guide and protect you and yours, your a beautiful person and I wish you the absolute best ❤ !

[@lynhart7158]

While healthy food is outlawed, the grocery stores are full of processed and over processed poison for our children and all of us. It’s a disgrace. Do not lose heart things they are a changing so I have patience and look forward to a much better next year sending you love and light stay safe stay healthy and keep doing what you’re doing because it is right .❤

[@liana2136]

Yes, so many foods on the grocery store shelves contain canola oil, which was originally developed as an industrial lubricant. No problem, says the state.

[@evasokolek4616]

Where exactly is the regulation that outlaws healthy food? Please point me to it so I can read the regulation. How is it fresh fruit and veg are sold in supermarkets and farmstands all over the country if it's not allowed? No one but no one forces us to buy the over processed crap from the store. They make it easy to do so but no one forces a sale. If we don't buy it, it will eventually disappear.

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@lynhart7158 healthy food isn't "outlawed." She's fine to keep selling. She just needs to label her products. I have no idea why that has your underwear in such a twist.

[@johnlopez3001]

Dr. Casey Means MD has more information on this topic.

[@cyndiburns7932]

I agree. Things will be changing in the next year or so! Sending love and support!

[@kskorner74]

I stopped by from bay city and I think your stand is amazing, don’t give up, adapt and keep going, in the end that person who was miserable enough to complain will be miserable that their tactics didn’t work.💜

[@laurenparnass8343]

As a former health inspector for the state of Florida, I encourage you to reach out to your inspector and discuss your options on how you can operate and meet the state expectations. Most inspectors are not looking to hurt people or prevent them from operating. I worked with many restaurant operators with finding alternative ways to operate their business and meet state laws/rules. I hope you find a way to be able to operate your stand.

[@belindadunne4312]

👍🏻👍🏻 I appreciate your comment because I believe that there are ways to work these things out and not everyone in the government is out to get farmers. 😊

[@cindiduvall540]

I've been planning to do something similar in Oregon to supplement my retirement.

[@ChuckSchickx]

This is such good advice. Thanks for sharing the information.

[@deannang455]

There needs to be more decent people like you to help businesses rather than destroy them. Blessings.

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

No. Very simple: Americans should simply label items "govt compliant" or "non-compliant" and allow customers to assess risk themselves. Where I live they turn a blind eye to Amish neighbors that sell FOOD. Old Order, so no coolers or anything. My door would be kicked in and my home surrounded by guns. Real sick and tired of this shit. The state is incompetent and has no place with doling out "rules". Everything is in the name of helping us, isn't it?

[@TailSpinFarm]

I'm also in Michigan and this is one of the top things on my to do list. Thank you for the information and I hope you keep sharing about this.

[@lewidlivelewid]

You'll find the way that works, just keep on moving forward! Good luck and keep the faith.

[@PegSueQ]

I used to know someone who had "open houses" regularly. That way she would have visitors come, maybe 10-1 on a saturday. She would have snacks set up and sell her goods in person at that time. That way people got to taste her jams and things, and she sold face-to-face, but not every day.

[@caitriley1255]

I would totally love that, to become a regular with local farmstands!

[@diazpty]

Amazon, wall mart etc they do not have a face to face. I have to learn how to use the bar code reader at Walmart.

[@campbellprater1737]

You’re so precious! I know that God will continue to direct you and honor you’re humble response. I believe this will turn into a blessing for you. There are other avenues and I believe He will open doors for you. Abundant Blessings

[@reneemeyers2503]

I’m in west michigan. My husband and I were doing a mental count of several Stands that are probably not in compliance. I wonder if someone reported you or if it’s because you had a public forum. Otherwise you may have gone unnoticed. Either way God had a plan and his plan is always best. So sorry because we could see the excitement and joy this stand brought you!

[@alliwags9928]

What a shame. Your motivation is purely genuine, sharing the abundance from your garden, and your talent for turning it into amazing treats. I’m so sorry that someone made your farm stand the focus of their negativity and has now deprived all your happy customers. Keep trying to figure out your path!

[@terricurley1475]

I’m sorry to hear this. I am right around the corner from you. It was an adorable set up.

[@jessidutton3441]

Girl, you have such a kind, gracious heart. You have reacted so maturely. I would have kicked and screamed 😂 You are an inspiration to me. Thank you.

[@BikeAdventureswithSandy-yk5xw]

Love your attitude. God and his children always come out on top. Prayers you get to bring it back.

[@markflick1641]

I’m from the government and I’m here to help . More overreach . Pennsylvania is doing it to the Amish community . Good luck ,God Bless

[@ashleehouse5204]

I've seen a couple videos about those Amish farmers. It is sad.

[@melaniedennis9540]

​@nancysalerno7036, it's not about Republican or Democrat. It's about the rich, corporations and other shady behind acting people doing harmful things to everybody. They want us constantly at each other's throat so we won't come after them. If you have the right people in government that worked properly, it would run smoothly & be fair. ❤

[@Blazer6571]

Weren’t the Amish selling raw milk that made people sick?

[@lisacarden1309]

Oh Sweetheart, I’m so sorry! 🥲🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@wisdomsquare28]

Much LOVE and PEACE to YOU! Small BUSINESS is the BACKBONE of America! I APPLAUD your ENTREPRENEUR spirit! I WISH you MUCH success in FINDING a way to REOPEN if that is your desire! Much gratitude for SHARING your STORY with us!

[@NMrck-w3b]

Prayers that you’re up and running again real soon. You have such a positive attitude about this 😊🙏🏻

[@nicoleewing1318]

I live in Colorado and was selling jams, jellies and pickles under cottage laws at farmers markets for awhile, so I completely understand what you are going through. I did all the classes too, the requirements are overwhelming. After 2 years, I ended up closing it down because I was getting too big for the cottage laws and I couldn’t navigate all the requirements and laws to expand on my own. It was either invest several thousands of dollars to expand or close it down. It was devastating.

[@jennifermarlow.]

It's just not right. All the glamorizing of Venture Capitalism a la the Shark Tank and Dragon's Den (Canada) isn't helping. People don't understand how important 'local' really is. Also, you were doing something you love, and that is the Way. Love & light to you, from Canada.

[@purplechris9480]

So sad. You seem sad also. But remember, when one door closes, another will open. God bless!!

[@beachchic288]

Amen to this comment right here! ^^ What the enemy means for evil God turns around for good. Keep the good attitude, pray over the direction to go and let the Lord lead. His path is never wrong.

[@zzxxvvyy2]

Hang in there! You are doing a good thing!

[@gracefarm394]

I am so sorry, when I think of Michigan, I think of produce and the things you were selling. That is just so sad, I hope God makes a way for you to be able to open again next year. Praying🙏❤

[@Monkeemama]

I’m so sorry…but you really do have the greatest attitude going forward. I love you sharing your recipes and techniques in the kitchen. I have learned so much from you and I would have been a loyal customer if I lived in your area! It will all work out, I am confident of that! ❤

[@PrayereeFarm]

I'm so sorry Rachel...❤❤❤blessings to you

[@alamryfarms754]

Also, we used to have a raw milk dairy near us. It was amazing. And then a pregnant woman consumed raw milk, got sick (what knows what caused the sickness) and then reported them and shut this small family farm down. Seriously, people have lost their minds.

[@Kpc12345]

Yes they truly have. We can’t even share raw milk w people because of this right here. So sad.

[@ErinOBrien-io9qm]

You have to do herd shares to sell raw milk. I personally think it’s a flex on the Dairy industry’s part. We would have more small family dairies of all kinds if the consumer was trusted to process this milk like they are trusted to process thier pork purchase

[@alamryfarms754]

@@ErinOBrien-io9qm you are probably right about the dairy industry.

[@Nwladylaura369]

@@t.k159 Really? That's not true in many states!

[@cherihendrix3076]

My mom sold goats milk for pets. If people wanted to drink it themselves she had no control over that. I am afraid to sell my chicken eggs. People are crazy. I think the food manufacturers are behind this because if the FDA cared about our food supply the food manufacturers would be shut down for all the chemicals they put in our food. It’s killing us.

[@raymondrhorer2695]

Having been in construction my whole life. Now 75. I see the effort in the construction of the stand. Hard work, that symbol of the pursuit of happiness. The pursuit exist for everyone but the happiness is now permitted. That is enslavement.

[@hazeleyedcountrygirl72]

I love your place. I am so sorry. I live on a farm, 57 acres in VA. Tons of hugs!! ♥

[@anniejefferson7329]

This is what our government wants. Please vote people to BRING OUR FARMERS BACK....even the ones like her who are keeping people healthy. Fight on. So sad. ❤

[@1992DJP]

I am in Michigan and I see farmstands all over the that are not face-to-face sales .. I wonder if there’s was nearby person that is in competition with you that reported you?

[@paularunyan8588]

Inspectors don't drive around hunting for issues. They rely on the snitch. And snitching is being quietly pushed more and more. In fact, some areas, it's loudly encouraged.

[@patriciaday9510]

​@@paularunyan8588Exactly!! Some scumbag is overly jealous since they couldn't do what Rachel is doing!! I hope she gets it back up n running!!

[@jamesw1196]

Keep going

[@conniec4936]

@@paularunyan8588 that's Tim Walz socialism! Be sure to vote for Trump!

[@d-boyzeighteenhundred]

Jackson county out in the cornfields we have at least 20 farmstands that I can think of they have no issues and are open almost 24 seven

[@yukonsmomma3562]

I'm sorry you've had to shut down your farm stand Rachel. I'm glad you're not giving up though. Maybe if you reopen you can include some cute T-shirts that say "A lot of what I want to do is illegal"!😅

[@McRod-1]

Yeah, just "sell" merch on your stand, that's not regulated. And give away the food free. Like this: buy 1 T-Shirt, get a free 8oz jar of jelly! You can figure the rest out from there.

[@chrystinabush862]

I’m sorry you are going through this. We have dealt with some of this. Big hugs

[@jethparbo1172]

This is heartbreaking 💔 stay strong and find a way to keep it working

[@mommabscrochetkitchen2439]

I have a friend who does a farm stand and she has a motion ringer that goes off whenever a customer walks up to her stand. She has the stand open on days when she's doing things around the house and can hear it. She picks her days "open" as her work days and has them on the same days every week. Blessings to you ❤

[@sharonpennington439]

I like how you offered a solution instead of going down the road my brain was headed.

[@sharonpennington439]

Maybe post certain days open with certain hours

[@Sandramce60]

Good idea. I saw a motion ringer one time it was like a garden hose that goes across a drive way does anyone know what I'm talking about? I love to have one it just lays across the driveway, and when someone drives across it, it rings in the house or something

[@Jenscraftsandjournals]

I’m in Michigan and I’m so sad to hear this. Too much government sticking their hands into small businesses.😢

[@ErinOBrien-io9qm]

Please write in and ask that these laws be changed, and get 20 of your friends to do so! We want to serve you and provide healthy nutritious food right from our farms!

[@upnorthgirl]

That's exactly what they dont want​@@ErinOBrien-io9qm

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@ErinOBrien-io9qm which law that she violated should be changed? You don't want to put an address on a product so officials could trace cases of food borne illnesses to the source? What's so wrong with these regulations?

[@ziegenvinehomestead]

@@thefeministagenda9544that is not why she didn’t put the address on the label. I completely understand her reasoning for not putting it on them. They are buying from her farm stand in her front yard- it may be one of the things they add if they continue next season. Get off your soap box.

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@ziegenvinehomestead so? Why would you think buying it in front of her farm would negate the need for labeling?

[@noellebell2027]

Praying that all works out & hope you get to reopen your stand next year! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge and your farm with us 😊

[@teresacisneros6757]

So sorry for this happening to you. I hope you are able to figure this out for next year.

[@sanmassara2541]

So sorry for you, so much work goes into this type of business. I worked a few farmers markets for many years and the rules escalated as the years went by. I feel in your case you may have been stepping on someone's toes and that's too bad. God bless you and unlike some may your heart be light.

[@patriciakoester1580]

Rachel you are such a Class Act!! I feel confident that good things are coming your way 🙏 Patricia

[@OurJourneyHomestead2022]

I'm sorry, rachel.I know you were doing a beautiful thing

[@DianaGunderson-d4c]

I’m sorry this happened… your farm stand was beautiful and well cared for ❤

[@pharris6314]

Such a cute farm stand so so sorry for you I hear the sadness in your voice. Bless you

[@elisiabarber7541]

This all sounds ridiculous to me and I commend your respectful attitude. Truly rising above ❤ farming families are among the hardest workers that support our nation. Sun up to sun down work does not allow for sitting by the road waiting for customers. I would petition the heck out of this, even if it goes nowhere that it crazy

[@robinlhoon4456]

Oh, that's too bad. Your farm stand is so inviting. I would patronize it happily if I could. Maybe it will all work out again.

[@MartiVanEenenaam-Iwanicki]

What a bummer, indeed! Thank you for addressing it with calmness and grace and using this experience as a teaching moment for all of us. I love that you are looking to working with the inspector as a partner, vs bashing the government even though there are a lot of things we don't agree with. I know you are SO busy, but could you take your show on the road to a farmer's market or craft show? Keep up the great work in all the things you do!

[@CorpseBride64]

I am so very sorry this has happened to you & your family. Please do not give up. I will pray that you will find a way to work this all out!! 🌻🍁🍄

[@SadiesKitchen]

You have been doing something good for the community and citizens who want to eat healthy. I am so sorry that someone had the audacity to report this. Please don’t let anyone take your joy. I will continue to pray for you and the future of the homestead farm. Be blessed!

[@wtbrn4u]

This is the best I have ever seen. Everything so neat and clean. I am sorry someone has been so horrible to ya'll,

[@topaz3468]

True story: I moved from a big city to a suburb to work from home so I could homeschool my daughter who was struggling in school (this was 25 years ago and I was a single mom). I registered my business as a piano teacher with the county, and taught children and adults Monday thru Friday after school hours in my living room. This worked out beautifully bc I was a classically trained musician who studied with a music professor my entire childhood, and grew up in a von trap type family. LOL. One day, I received a letter from the local tax man, claiming I owed taxes based on the inventory value of my home studio. Mind you, my net income at the time was paltry at $9,000 per year after paying federal taxes, and had given up a huge salary as a FT computer engineer. After certified letters went back and forth, I was told I needed to pay taxes on the music lesson books I maintained inside the residence, since it was considered inventory. I sent a spreadsheet of the value of my well-worn beloved music books to the official, wherein the owed tax came to approximately $1. LOL. I never heard back from him after that. 🧐

[@vginnmusa3128]

What a hassle. Dont they have better things to do?

[@SuperBre94]

I wonder if/who was the Karen or Ken that brought it to his attention while taking piano lessons themselves or their child taking lessons.

[@rayvin357]

DO NOT LET them into your home. you only have a file cabinet. and a desk!

[@chrischristides]

It's simple, DO NOT COMPLY.

[@jenniferjones7998]

They waisted all the time and money chasing after $1. 😆

[@1957pattypat]

I'm so sorry you had to close your stand. There are so many kill-joys out in this world. Hopefully, you'll find a way to get your stand up and running next year. ❤

[@annettemcateer1599]

Oh my gosh😢 i am really disheartened for you. I love that Todd suggested that you take a moment before you video’d ❤. And your prayerfelt approach moving forward is an inspiration and a showing of your belief in God

[@jopos5082]

The world we live in shame so sorry for you at least you kept your cool about it hope it all works out for you you’re such a great person love ❤️ from Canada

[@cathydavis9259]

Your farm stand is the cutest I've ever seen. I really love the design of the building and how easy it is to close up. You could have a hay day decorating it for the different holidays and high light your items to sell. It would be nice to have it on the top of a flatbed trailer and take your cute farm stand to the farmers market 1 or 2 days a week. You could even add fresh baked goods. Good Luck

[@tmckinney3864]

I’m sorry Rachel! That stinks☹️. I hope you can find a path to share your creations. Don’t give up & keep us posted

[@bethmilligan9371]

I am so proud of you and the way you are handling this situation. I have also enjoyed following your journey with your farmstand and everything else you endeavor to do; you ARE such are an inspiration!! Never let mean spirited people dull your sparkle!!

[@sarahgonzales6101]

I live in Michigan as well. We have a person who sells at the farmers market and anytime they hear about someone they think is taking away from their profit they reposrt them until they get shutdown.

[@design2c436]

There should be a limit on how many complaints a person can make. Isn't there a law against preventing people from earning an income?

[@sarahgonzales6101]

@@design2c436 you would think that they would look at the fact that it is the same person and see what is going on but there are no laws to protect people trying to make a little extra money. It just is what it is.

[@thefeministagenda9544]

@@sarahgonzales6101 you won't get shutdown if you aren't doing anything wrong. How hard is it to include your production info on a label?

[@Bubby448]

Farmers markets cost to much. I had to stop shopping at them. They cost more than whole food’s. I do shop road side stands. Always on the honor system too. I live in Rhode Island there’s plenty of them. Sorry they are picking on you.

[@sarahgonzales6101]

Let me clarify. I don't have a farmstand or the land to do that. This is just what I have seen a person do to several others. Something that they have loudly and proudly made known to others.

[@royschmidt675]

Thank you for sharing. It’s very disheartening when government infringes on your freedoms. Please don’t give up. ❤️🌸

[@crystalcouch6871]

I'm so disappointed to hear this! I hope you can find a way to have another version of your stand. I know it brought you joy!