It ’ s pushed us to substantially expand our farm operation . We purchased a new 34-acre property in Poolesville to build this dream space . We are building and implementing this system with the assistance of a special consulting firm based in Denver , Colorado , the Aquaponics Source . We are teaming with Regen Aquaculture based in Kentucky , experts in aquaponics research and development . We are being guided by Dr . John Dole , the acting Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University . He is one of the top floriculture experts in the field of cut flower production . We hope to produce tens of thousands of stems this year all through this groundbreaking technology , but more importantly show other farmers , flower and vegetable alike , that this approach is valid and lucrative and hugely impactful to the fight against climate change .
We believe we are on the forefront of a changing dynamic in agriculture , the widespread adoption of sustainable farming methods . All it takes is an open mind , and a willingness to try something new . The sky is truly the limit .
Grateful Gardeners was founded in 2018 by Sarah Daken and Tom Precht , a husband and wife team who were former corporate professionals in the law and scientific fields respectively . Sarah has litigated for the Montgomery County Attorney ’ s Office for 22 years and Tom was a Ph . D . trained neuroscience researcher and former scientific salesperson . Tom and Sarah have three mostly grown kids , two big retrievers , some chickens , and loads of plants on a 34-acre property in Poolesville , MD .
’ s Tree Service
n Tree trimming n Tree pruning & dead wood removal n Lot cleaning n Tree removal n Tree selection and installation n Ornamental tree care n Stump grinding n Deep root tree fertiizing n Property evaluation n Permit applications n 24-hour emergency tree service
FREE ESTIMATES Maryland Tree Expert Lic . # 118 , Fully Insured
301-208-8235 n leestreeservice . net
Farm Tour & Harvest Sale
July 23rd & 24th !
A NEW APP ! Download Visit Montgomery ’ s mobile app during the Farm Tour weekend to access a Digital Passport where you can select the farms you ’ d like to visit , map the best route , and check in to redeem prizes !
Whether you are interested in agritourism , farm animals , ag education , pick-yourown fruits / vegetables , local fresh produce , scenic views , or an adult beverage from one of the new family friendly farm wineries , breweries or cideries , with 19 participating farms , there ’ s sure to be something for everyone !
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