299. Luke Sheldrick on Growing 30+ Organic Veggie Varieties at Terramor Farm

The Thriving Farmer Podcast

How can no-till farming and a focus on soil health create a successful farm that serves top restaurants and local markets?

In this episode of the Thriving Farmer podcast, Michael is joined by Luke Sheldrick, Owner of Terramor Farm in Burnstown, Ontario. With a background in the restaurant industry, Luke and his partner Dana Moores have combined their passion for high-quality food and sustainable farming to create a thriving farm that serves top restaurants, markets, and a growing CSA program in the Ottawa Valley.

Don’t miss this episode to hear how Luke and Dana use no-till methods, natural amendments, and maintain their focus on soil health to produce 30+ varieties of delicious, nutrient-rich vegetables.

Episode Highlights:

• Beginnings: How Luke started his journey in farming [1:18]
• Property Search: Key characteristics Luke sought in a property [6:44]
• Season Extension: Tunnels used at Terramor [19:18]
• Greenhouse Management: Watering schedule managed by Orisha [30:09]
• Sales and Distribution: How Terramor sells and delivers its products [35:28]
• Team Building: Finding and retaining good help [40:46]
• Weekly Routine: A typical week on the farm [45:09]
• Future Vision: Luke’s plans for the farm's future [50:39]

About the Guest:

Luke Sheldrick is the Owner of Terramor Farm. With a rich background in the restaurant industry, Luke and his partner Dana Moores have blended their passion for high quality food and entrepreneurship with sustainable farming practices to create a thriving farming business.

Their journey began working within some of the finest restaurants in Ottawa, where they developed a deep appreciation for the relationship between sustainable food and dining culture. This background fuels the innovative approach at Terramor Farm, located in Burnstown, ON where they cultivate a diverse range of high quality vegetables and cut-flowers sold directly to consumers.

As an engaging speaker, Luke shares his experiences of starting a profitable small scale farm that has grown quickly through expanding sales avenues, developing systems and building a strong farm team.

Learn More About Luke and Terramor Farm:

• Website: Terramor Farm
• Instagram: Follow on Instagram
• Facebook: Like on Facebook

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