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SOWING THE SEEDS A growing support network for farmers clears a path for inclusive and sustainable practices Local farmers – and those aspiring to carve a space for themselves in the industry – gathered in late May at Wild Harmony Farm in Exeter for a potluck dinner and meet-and-greet. Farmers Ben Coerper and Rachael Slattery gave the group a tour of their certified organic and pasture-raised livestock farm and walked them through some of the sustainable and regenerative practices in place, like silvopasture, a combination of forest and pasture that allows animals to roam and forage. This was just the first of many educational evenings of the season hosted by the Young Farmer Network (YFN) of Southern New England, giving a local farm the chance to highlight what they’re doing that’s exciting or unique while building community. Photo courtesy of Young Farmer Network SORhodeIsland.com • August 2022
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