I Sold Him My Farm…Here’s Why with Pete EP 29

In today’s episode of Dawn’s Dirt, I sit down with Pete—the new owner of my beloved former farm, Shirley’s Greenhouse—for a raw, emotional, and heartwarming conversation about what it really takes to run a farm. Pete shares his powerful journey from growing up in an agricultural region of India to buying a farm in Alberta with his wife and kids—no days off, no plan B, just passion and grit. We talk about burnout, the deep roots of family legacy, the hard realities of farming, and the deep soul satisfaction that comes from feeding your community.

If you’ve ever wondered what farming actually looks like behind the scenes, this one’s for you. Pete’s honesty and humility will remind you what makes local food—and the people behind it—so damn important.

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Episode Highlights: legacy, greenhouse growing, family farming, food systems, burnout, community, work ethic, entrepreneurship, farmer’s markets, resilience, gratitude, growth

Takeaways:
- Farming is emotionally rewarding but financially challenging
- The legacy of a farm can live on through community
- Transparency and authenticity matter to customers
- Family farming builds deep generational bonds
- Community support is everything in agriculture
- Social media presence can make or break a small farm
- Owning your strengths and weaknesses is essential

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Links & Resources Mentioned

Visit Dawn’s Website: https://www.dawnsdirt.ca/
Dawn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawns_dirt/
Pete’s Website: https://www.shirleysgreenhouse.com/
Pete’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleysgreenhouse/
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