Dawn's Dirt
Dawn's Dirt
Podcast Description
In Dawn's Dirt Podcast, seasoned farmer-turned-coach Dawn brings you the raw, unfiltered truth about everything from the ground up. From soil science and homestead self-sufficiency to the complexities of food freedom, Dawn dives into every gritty detail to help you grow your own food and create a sustainable homestead that breaks free from the grocery store chains.
Guided by the mantra "No Farmers, No Food," Dawn sheds light on why growing our own food and building a homestead lifestyle matters, connecting us to the earth—and each other. Join Dawn each week as she digs into conversations with farmers, homestead experts, wellness coaches, and voices from all walks of life. From gardening, homestead living, and sustainable practices to discussions on religion, politics, and society, no topic is off the table. Here, "dirt" goes beyond soil; it’s about uncovering the deeper truths and resilience that come with homesteading and independent living.
So roll up your sleeves, get your hands in the dirt, and let Dawn inspire you to reclaim your independence, one seed—and one homestead story—at a time.
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The podcast focuses on topics such as soil science, personal autonomy in food production, sustainable living, and emotional wellness, with episodes discussing raw milk controversies, morning sickness management through nutrition, and the implications of porn addiction on relationships.
In Dawn’s Dirt Podcast, seasoned farmer-turned-coach Dawn brings you the raw, unfiltered truth about everything from the ground up. From soil science and homestead self-sufficiency to the complexities of food freedom, Dawn dives into every gritty detail to help you grow your own food and create a sustainable homestead that breaks free from the grocery store chains.
Guided by the mantra “No Farmers, No Food,” Dawn sheds light on why growing our own food and building a homestead lifestyle matters, connecting us to the earth—and each other. Join Dawn each week as she digs into conversations with farmers, homestead experts, wellness coaches, and voices from all walks of life. From gardening, homestead living, and sustainable practices to discussions on religion, politics, and society, no topic is off the table. Here, “dirt” goes beyond soil; it’s about uncovering the deeper truths and resilience that come with homesteading and independent living.
So roll up your sleeves, get your hands in the dirt, and let Dawn inspire you to reclaim your independence, one seed—and one homestead story—at a time.
In today’s episode of Dawn’s Dirt, I’m telling the raw, unfiltered truth about farmers markets and buckle up, because it’s not what you think. I spill the beans on what really goes on behind the booths: the politics, the lies, the reselling, and how it all contributed to the downfall of my farm. I take you through my journey as a second-generation farmer who went from thriving to surviving in a system that claimed to support farmers but did the opposite. This episode is for anyone who’s ever believed that farmers markets were sacred ground. It’s honest, emotional, and might ruffle some feathers but the truth deserves to be told. If you care about where your food comes from, you need to hear this.
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Episode Highlights: farmers markets, food system corruption, farm to table truth, produce reselling, Alberta agriculture, market politics, supporting small farmers, direct-to-consumer sales, greenhouse growing, honest food labels, market bullying, knowing your farmer
Takeaways:
- Direct-to-consumer sales provide the highest margins for farmers
- Many vendors at farmers markets are resellers, not farmers
- Buyer beware: “farm fresh” doesn’t always mean farm-grown
- Bureaucracy often harms, not helps, small farmers
- Ask your farmer detailed questions—know who grew your food
- True farm-to-table means no middlemen or invoices
- Supporting small farmers requires conscious consumer action
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Links & Resources Mentioned
Visit Dawn’s Website: https://www.dawnsdirt.ca/
Dawn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawns_dirt/
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Have you ever started a garden that didn’t go as planned? Feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting gardening advice and unsure what’s right for you? Imagine having a personal guide to walk you through the process, helping you create a thriving garden no matter your space or experience level. That’s where I come in! With years of experience growing vegetables, I’ll help you understand your plants, tackle challenges, and find solutions tailored to your unique garden. Let’s talk about your gardening goals and how I can help you grow more food at home. Book a free call today using the link below, and let’s get growing together!
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