There is a STEEP learning curve transitioning from pharmacist to farmer . I don’t mind failing, but can’t always understand why I failed, which is the worst.

But then I remember that my orcharding mentor, Michael Phillips, quit his job as a mechanical engineer 30 years ago… and left this earth as the leading expert on holistic fruit growing in the world. Transitioning isn’t impossible, it just takes hard work.

The holistic grower community has rallied since Michaels passing. Sharing stories & wisdom & tears. This quote has circulated more than once.

Wendell Berry is an author with publications spanning 60 years, who has influenced every regenerative and holistic grower I know. He taught us to take responsibility for our Earth, to respect and care for her, and to be brave enough to go against the grain.