Three farmers CRUSHING the CSA market in North Carolina! // Ten Mothers Farm

Ten Mothers Farm // The Good Life // Episode 1
Be inspired by the beauty of Ten Mothers Farm in Cedar Grove, NC and learn how Gordon, Vera, and Luke are crushing the CSA market in the Durham-Chapel Hill region!
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[@perkinsgoodearthfarm131]

Thanks for the encouragement. We also feed 120 families on less than one acre. What a privilege to tend the land and our local communities.

[@FarmersFriend]

That's awesome! We need more farms like yours around the world!

[@bruntbrunette4819]

How ?? That’s crazy. What vegetables do you grow ?

[@andreionisie168]

@@bruntbrunette4819 Nobody seems to reply to these kinds of questions. It also seems a bit too good to be true to me as well. Though I'd like to start producing for at least my family and a couple friends.

[@Taaj_Angad]

@@andreionisie168 Its actually very easy to farm and grow whatever you love or like if you have passion for farming. Leafy veggies grow quickly and most veggies are ready to harvest in 3-4 month. I grow mine on the roof and it gives me peace when I put my hands in dirt everyday.

[@andreionisie168]

@@Taaj_Angad I am not saying it's impossible. It's just that it seems exaggerated. I am supportive of everything farming especially local/ CSA, but this just seemed to me at the time too good to be true is all. I am still studying.

[@Sam_vlogstheroutine]

Idk where i started watching farmers friend, but there is kind of no going back. beautiful videos with beautiful massages

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks so much! We've got more short films coming soon!

[@OldReddingFarm]

These videos are so beautifully edited and the message is so great thank you for sharing.

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you! :)

[@ricespana]

TOP NOTCH! Guys! Absolutely beautiful to the last second! I could watch it over and over noticing more detail each time. Their work looks like real harmony.

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you so much for the kind words!! It truly was a beautiful farm that made it easy to capture beautiful footage!

[@trudyrank7389]

I am so Proud for all of you ! The Positive things you all are doing set such a good example...thank you !

[@ajb.822]

I would like to comment on the growing things in high tunnels/under cover ( not in direct sunlight). I recently learned from an interview with Paul Gautschi ( Back to eden gardening) that food - namely tomatoes- have been tested & shown that there is a major nutritional difference in favor of being grown under the sun without anything even glass/clear plastic inbetween. Not meaning to pick on anyone certainly not on someone seeking to make a living while farming regeneratively & beyond organically needing to help make ends meet by using them to extend the season or grow something that they haven't been able to have success with outside of the tunnel. Just spreading the word hoping that others will care (do more tests if desired ) & avoid using them/covers as much as possible then. 1 option is to when possible, & where applicable of course, have a structure that can have the top/top & sunny sides opened during the daylight. But thanks for all you're doing & way to go ! Cheers from an ex-dairy farmer & hopeful soon-to-be small mixed farm farmer in NW WI ! Part of reason I care about that nutritional aspect is that my health has been a lifelong challenge & a very hard road, making making a living while growing own food with hopes of getting back into farming, difficult.

[@TrickleCreekFarm]

AJ Burton Learned of this years ago as well.

[@cultivatingwellness4028]

@AJ Burton Thank you🌱🌱 for sharing. All the way in West Africa

[@1982MCI]

AJ Burton thank you for this info! I had not heard of this study yet but the results don’t surprise me. I have a small farm also and am currently only growing on just under 10 acres currently and I do use row covers in early spring and late fall to get my seeds and seedlings a faster germination and speedy growth but once the danger of frost is gone in spring then they are removed and all of my tomatoes are grown in the direct sun. I’ve got a 40’x48’ double arch greenhouse frame that I bought 4 years ago and have resisted putting it up because I felt better about growing things in direct sun and only using row covers to help getting the crops a jump start. This way I am able to have tomatoes to market a month before anyone else so I think it’s a win-win. So the greenhouse frame remains behind the barn where I put it 4 years ago and it’s still waiting to be put up. I would like to use it for all my seed starts but not actual veggie production. Take care and good luck on your farm

[@Ben-mb4ft]

thank you very much for sharing! I am looking into starting a little farm myself, but I wish for the crops to be as nutritious as possible. How about planting lots of trees inbetween that protect the smaller plants and harsh weather?

[@ajb.822]

@@Ben-mb4ft Thanks ! I'm not very experienced yet, but Paul Gautschi, who I learned about that from ( via the KZbin video, the longer one by Justin Rhodes ) grows his garden that very way. Has small ( I'm guessing dwarf size) apple trees throughout, maybe other fruits, heavily pruned tho. But he did say some things were in much heavier shade than they were supposed to "like" , but did great. This is a very established garden tho. " The gardening channel w James Prigioni " I think is the name, here on you tube, also shows successful "food forest"/ "forest gardening " .

[@katarzynalada3218]

Extra ! Beautiful ! Greetings from Poland !

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks for the comment!

[@jonasverner4457]

I love whent Friends do finde together to make a leving.

[@janetrush8340]

Well done. Beautiful life. Time to start a rotation of interns.

[@offgridcurtisstone]

Such a slick production you guys. I love it.

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks, Curtis! I take that as a real compliment coming from a fellow video guy! :)

[@christan1738]

@@FarmersFriend Amazing video! Really inspired us youth to go into farming. It makes farming looks interesting to the younger generation! If you don't mind me asking, what tracks or songs did you use in this video. Really like the songs alot and I kept on watching this video over and over again just for the music. Would be great if I can listen to the songs and tracks in this video.

[@thefemalefarmer]

Such a great job! Tons of love to Farmers Friend for showcasing in such a fantastic way these amazing farms and farmers. We totally love our tunnels here on my farm!!

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate the encouragement!!

[@danielhughes5614]

Very pro production. Drones have changed how we see the World.

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks so much, Daniel! Really appreciate the encouragement! And yes, drones are awesome. :)

[@jeremy339]

Man, farmers look like happy people, cool.

[@user-kp5vd1tg3r]

Glad I found your channel. I live in Warren County, hope to start a place where folks can come and gather food I grow. I have room, just not time just yet, but I am beginning small because of my work schedule. But it is going to be great. for community and us here. Thank you

[@nareshnair1977]

Am soooo touched and fortunate to come across your channel... Truly Good living 🙏❤🎉

[@TheDutchFarmer]

Incredibly well done Team Farmers Friend! Great farm these guys have made!

[@jimshajestin1381]

Your videos are out of words.......😘

[@nicholaswood1639]

This is inspiring! Incredible people are out there!

[@lydiarowe491]

Giving to those who are wanting fresher produce from smaller farms where the right energy is growing this food.🍀

[@dragonshelf164]

Beautiful farm, beautiful life.

[@captainjoemama]

That couple has a beautiful relationship. Look how humble they are. Both.

[@frankmunashe4211]

I'm really inspired by this beautiful work

[@nabrajpanthi9857]

Love your films... beautiful shots.

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@josemartinez7811]

Beautiful story. And what a way to live.

[@Vangogh77777]

ur videos give me ultimate chill bro

[@xatmox9260]

I must live like this , sick and tired of City Life , much love guys thank you for inspiration , keep it up 💯

[@EmbracingHarvest]

loving these farm tours!

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@zoltann10]

I love to see how you young farmers start the business. Congratulations. For me is a great encouragment this video. 1 000 000 thanks :)

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@janakchaulagain2787]

Its an inspiring kit for me,loved it ❤️ But ,Can you notice how many time she give just a look to him while interviewing😂

[@hubert.d2037]

*These vidéos are wonderful* 👏👏👏

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you! 😃

[@assouprai2916]

Inspiring video. Something good to see in KZbin, serving people with fresh vegetables. Well done folks 👍🏻

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you so much 👍

[@chatraswargiary3093]

🔥🔥🔥🔥Lots of love from India brothr.

[@SelfSufficientSarah]

Wow how fantastic and inspiring!

[@kairon156]

So this is what a caterpillar tunnel is. I think another video hinted at them but I assumed it was some sort of soil drainage thing. Also, I really enjoy hearing about this group. their story sounds more intuitive I guess.

[@spoolsandbobbins]

So inspiring! From Nova Scotia

[@anirudhajoshi2719]

The background music ,the outro ....wow!!

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you! I was really happy with the music I was able to find for this film. :)

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[@oscarcaballero9014]

Very well done video

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you very much!

[@madhavigunnala3479]

Great job 👏

[@curiousgeorge6921]

Amazing KZbin channel

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@colinvanful]

so nice to see someone happy at work :) nice vid .

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@AIG7187]

Our agriculture our field #So beautiful

[@Ganpignanus]

great. we also have a family organic garden. been planted for over 56years at least, feeding our family. best wishes from new zealand.

[@davicamposmunhoz7540]

Wonderfull

[@greenentrepreneurs]

Beautiful inspiration! Thank you.

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Content here is inspiring.. beautiful stories and great work.. 👍

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you so much 😀

[@LynsHomeGardenDesign]

Congratulations, you have a great lifestyle and a beautiful farm. Loved the video!

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@srqpdq6697]

Inspiring!

[@manishav1187]

such amazing work i got to learn so much excited to start a farm of my own

[@FarmersFriend]

You can do it!

[@manishav1187]

@@FarmersFriend thanks

[@johncedricabad1092]

I hope when somebody dislikes a video that person is required to fill a "reason" box. Cause I don't see anything to dislike this video. My father was a farmer and I attributed his long life to his farming lifestyle.

[@FarmersFriend]

I like the idea! That would also provide helpful feedback for us to know how to improve videos in the future. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@moneymikegotuvideos312]

Very cool! Cheers

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@bettyescookingchannel]

Beautiful farm.

[@nateiowa3359]

I was so excited to find this channel when I first saw their videos. Then I realized it was just basically an infomercial.

[@realchange4842]

Amazing work guys.

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

[@justdo135]

Pls post videos continuously.

[@clairebear1359]

CRUSHING!!!

[@reteteusoarecuralu]

Amazing

[@lanietzky]

Buying local is the way people need to go instead of huge grocery store chains. It is sustainable and eco friendly and supports local economy.

[@FarmersFriend]

Preach it!

[@anirudhjoshi4666]

Wow just wow

[@ChesterinFrance]

Great job bro, I got the same Ford transit connect as you guys, but I did not do as well as you have done for the vegetables. need to do more.

[@morrismisao1326]

You guys are very lucky and fortunate yet hardworking. I am very much inspired by your works and achievements. I wish I could run this in my place as well but hopefully in India farming is such a hopeless career to count with. When I watch this I am emotionally and spiritually connected with the works you guys have done.

[@sandrabonilla713]

Beautiful 🤩

[@lucas-hideo]

Great video

[@PeterNordBushcraft]

That was nice and inspiring!

[@FarmersFriend]

Awesome! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@edwinkarani5593]

i love what you are doing.

[@ryadimoh]

I like your video... It's inspired me... I am from Indonesia

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you!

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Awesome

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[@cjb7185]

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[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you! Glad you appreciated the grading. :D

[@louisfeyt4188]

Awesome.. !

[@ppddd5759]

I love gardening and I would love to work in the farm if given that opportunity

[@autismfarmer1504]

nice video guys!

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks!

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i love your channel

[@sandhyasandhya1538]

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[@pijushshil9094]

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[@user-ke4lg3ec4z]

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[@FarmersFriend]

Большое спасибо за добрый комментарий! Ваше поощрение очень ценится! У нас еще много фильмов о фермах, так что не забудьте подписаться на наш канал, если вы еще не сделали, так что вы не пропустите ни одного!

[@hsd1792]

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[@mikami3290]

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[@altha-rf1et]

looks like a lot more then 1 acre looks good

[@msheehandub]

I want this. Nice channel by the way! Amazing production

[@FarmersFriend]

Thank you! We have lots more videos like this still coming!

[@yetithruhiker9230]

That is awesome. I really like the gothic pro tunnels. Where is the big greenhouse from?

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks! I believe the large greenhouse was from Tunnel Vision...

[@Cute_paint983]

I wish to be with you guys. I've a big interest to do farming

[@MeganMagana]

My husband and I just bought 6 acres in Wilmington Ohio, and we would love to start a CSA. Wondering if you might be willing to share some advice regarding where or how to start?

[@Nortoy1234]

good

[@lapaaufarm5627]

Right on guys. Keep it up. Great way to start the show. Have to ask though, is the farm really always that weed free or was there a lot of weeding done prior to this being shot?... 😂

[@FarmersFriend]

Hopefully Ten Mothers Farm can comment and shed more light here... but although we did let them know we were coming (obviously), we certainly didn't ask for a weed-free farm just for the film! I could totally see these guys staying on top of their weeding game though!

[@tenmothersfarm1951]

Nope, no big weeding. Tarps and not-tilling have really reduced our weed pressure!

[@TheDutchFarmer]

@@tenmothersfarm1951 Amazing farm you guys have, well done!

[@lapaaufarm5627]

@@tenmothersfarm1951 right on! Good for you two. Nice to keep up on your story. Learn a little too from watching you both. We have had a challenging time on our new property with weed lressure since its been farmed many times before us and the seed bank is heavy and no till works for a little till heavy rain creates lots of compaction in our very dense soils and our soil is HUNGRY for compost. We practice tilthing most of the time and reshape when needed. Let us know when you come vacation on Maui. Would be happy to show you two around 😊❤

[@user-ff9ot4jt5l]

👍👍👍

[@bennysgemusegarten371]

Wow this ist Great i love it Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland wünscht Benny

[@hooiy5798]

More videos pls

[@FarmersFriend]

We have a bunch more coming soon!

[@a.r.8987]

Q chulada! 👍

[@trailercutthis3469]

really nice, what cameras do you use for the interviews`?

[@FarmersFriend]

We used the Canon EOS R for the entire film besides the drone footage. Thanks for asking. :)

[@swapnilrane4729]

👍👍🌼

[@shawn-patrickluna2274]

How much are they charging each family per week?

[@therealbokla]

What camera do you use?? Great video's

[@FarmersFriend]

Thanks! Season 1 was shot with the Canon EOS R, and most of season 2 was shot with the Canon EOS R5.

[@miraflorjomuad5178]

Well done guys! Can we visit your farm? Tnx

[@FarmersFriend]

You would need to reach out to them directly about that. All the best to you!

[@humbertogalo5417]

Por favor colocarle los subtítulos en Español a todos los videos

[@FarmersFriend]

Gracias por su sugerencia. Veremos qué podemos hacer al respecto.

[@humbertogalo5417]

@@FarmersFriend muchas gracias, esto ayudará para ampliar el alcance. Felicidades

[@trenttarter2825]

I am wondering how you can provide an adequate income for 3 people with 124 member CSA? What do you charge for CSA share. Other than CSA shares, do you sell any other ways?

[@tenmothersfarm1951]

This year, we're shooting for 180 members at $27/week ($756 for the full season), and it'll provide a living wage ($14.25/hour) for the three of us. Over 95% of our sales are to CSA -- the rest is to restaurants.

[@trenttarter2825]

Ten Mothers Farm I am very impressed with the farm. But those wages are barely above minimum wage are would not be practical for most people.

[@reimerron]

@@trenttarter2825 Most people aren't getting free veg as a fringe benefit.

[@maryelizabeth2788]

There are other ways to increase revenue. . . Offering workshops. . . Apprenticeships. . . Events. . . Farm to fork event hosting/ catering. . .there is grant money available for delivering to low income areas and accepting food stamps. . . Lots of opportunities and lots of work but I think it's worth it

[@1982MCI]

Ten Mothers Farm hey guys, such a beautiful job and you’ve done an amazing job, I’m very proud of you!!! I’m not far from ya’ll at all, 35 miles is what google maps says. I’m about 10 miles south of Burlington on Hwy 49. I’ve got a 21 acre farm and I’m growing on a bit under 10 acres right now. I’m not up to your speed yet but hopefully this year will be much different than last year although last year was a good year as well. I was wondering if it’s possible to visit one day or if I can come work with you for a day to pick your brains on some things that you have figured out that I don’t yet. Keep up the amazing work, you guys are doing phenomenal and the farm is gorgeous!! Take care

[@vicusd1]

Where do I sign up? 😢

[@iouliavvedenskaya3942]

Hello Friends! I just found your farm through the references from Roots and Refuge Farm (Arkansas) vlog. You are absolutely inspiring! I always wanted to do communal farming, but ended up just with backyard farming up to this point. However, I never stopped dreaming :-) Do you have by any chance any need for free labor and can use an intern? Wish you many good days in 2020 season :-) Ioulia Vvedenskaya from Cabin John MD (last 29 years) and Moscow Russia.