Maitland Farm
I met with Andy from Maitland Farm. The farmers market was smaller than I though it was going to be, but I thought it was cool. Maitland is a 2 1/2 acre farm. The farm is run by Andy his wife and father in law. I asked Andy why did they want to stay in Salem he told me because the land has been in the family for awhile and Salem is home to them. I also asked him why he loved being a farmer he told me it's because he feels a responsibility to support local agriculture. Going to the farmers market and meeting Andy made me feel more connected to Salem. Also hearing about Andy's sense of place helped me realize mine.
Questions and Answers
How big is Maitland farm?
2 1/2 acres
Why Salem?
on of the only placed in Salem you can have a farm. Where his wife grew up.
What is your favorite part of coming to the Salem farmers market? How has it helped your business?
It's there home and they get to interact with locals. Farmers market helped start their business.
What do you love owning a farm?
feels connected to the food they grow also feel a responsibility to support local agriculture.
2 1/2 acres
Why Salem?
on of the only placed in Salem you can have a farm. Where his wife grew up.
What is your favorite part of coming to the Salem farmers market? How has it helped your business?
It's there home and they get to interact with locals. Farmers market helped start their business.
What do you love owning a farm?
feels connected to the food they grow also feel a responsibility to support local agriculture.
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