On this month’s episode of the Homegrown Podcast, Kristi answers fun questions submitted by podcast listeners! From the story behind the Oconee Farm Collective to life on the homestead and everything in between, this episode is full of personal stories, laughter, and a behind-the-scenes look at the journey.

Want to learn more about the Oconee Farm Collective? Follow us on social media or visit oconeefarmcollective.com and oconeefarmcrawl.com to explore Homegrown Magazine, the Oconee Farm Crawl, local events, and all the ways we’re working to help you shop local, support your neighbors, and love where you live.

Thanks so much for joining us today! If you enjoyed this episode, we’d love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves local.

What happens when a community comes together to support local dreams?

In this special episode of Homegrown, we sit down with four incredible local entrepreneurs who have been all-in supporters of the Oconee Farm Crawl, Homegrown Magazine, and the Oconee Farm Collective.

Together, we celebrate the success of the Spring Farm Crawl, reflect on the launch of Homegrown Magazine, and dive into the personal stories behind each business. From taking the leap of faith into entrepreneurship to navigating the challenges, sacrifices, and joys of running a small business, this conversation is filled with honesty, inspiration, and encouragement.

Whether you’re a small business owner, dreaming of starting something of your own, or simply passionate about supporting local, this episode is a reminder that great things happen when people come together to serve their community and chase their dreams.

Join us as we talk about purpose, perseverance, community, and the heart behind the hustle.

Support Local. Shop Local. Connect Local.

These business owners have invested their time, talents, and hearts into serving our community, and we are grateful for their support of the Farm Crawl and Homegrown. If their stories inspired you, we’d love for you to connect with them, follow their journey, and support their businesses.

Find their contact information below:

Daniel Rothell- Blue Ridge Designs

drothell@blueridgedesigns.net

blueridgedesigns.net

Jessica Tyler- Cornerstone Design Studio

(864) 533-0340

cornerstone-design.com

Meredith Freeman- Meredith E. Photography

(864) 710-5043

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090282806945

Nick Carleton- Lake Life Technology

(864) 652-3020

lakelife.tech

Episode #3 – Farm Crawl Fun!

In this episode of the Homegrown Podcast, we celebrate the upcoming Oconee Farm Crawl!

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for a self paced tour of Oconee County’s most charming local farms. Grab your tickets by visiting oconeefarmcrawl.com.

Tune in as we walk through everything you need to know for the day and share all the fun we have planned. From meeting your local farmers to exploring beautiful properties, this is a day all about connection, community, and celebrating local agriculture.

We are honored and excited to be featuring 38 local farms across Oconee County, with 23 farm stops and additional farms set up along the way. It is going to be a full, meaningful, and joy filled day.

We cannot wait to see you on the Crawl!