Homegrown

Oconee Farm Collective

The Homegrown Podcast is a monthly storytelling series highlighting the heart of Oconee County, South Carolina. Through thoughtful conversations with local farmers, makers, and small business owners, each episode shares heartfelt stories, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and fun local tidbits that celebrate the people, passion, and hard work woven throughout our community.

Episodes

  1. Jun 30

    Episode #5- Faith, Family and All Things Organic!

    Homegrown Podcast – Episode #5- Faith, Family & All Things Organic with Brian Marshall of Greenfield Organic Farms In this episode of the Homegrown Podcast, we sit down with Brian Marshall of Greenfield Organic Farms to talk about the journey of building a certified organic farm rooted in faith, family, and stewardship. Located in beautiful Westminster, South Carolina, Greenfield Organic Farms is a 72-acre working farm dedicated to producing nutrient-dense, certified organic foods while caring for the land for future generations. Brian shares his personal journey, the story behind the farm, the values that guide their work, and the passion that drives their commitment to sustainable agriculture. We dive into what it truly means to farm organically. Brian offers a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and rewards of operating an organic farm and explains why healthy soil is the foundation of healthy food. 🌱 What it means to be a certified organic farm🌱 Building a multi-generational farm centered on faith and stewardship🌱 The importance of soil health 🌱 Raising grass-fed, grass-finished certified organic beef🌱 Growing organic vegetables, blueberries, and orchard crops🌱 Why supporting local agriculture matters You can purchase Greenfield Organic Farms products directly from the farm or through the Clemson Area Food Exchange, making it easy to support this local family and farm. 📧 Email: briangmarshall@gmail.com📞 Phone: (864) 280-3456📱 Facebook: Greenfield Organic Farms Thank you for listening to the Homegrown Podcast! 🎙️

  2. May 30

    Episode #4- Celebrating the Heart Behind The Hustle

    What happens when a community comes together to support local dreams? In this special episode of Homegrown, we sit down with four incredible local entrepreneurs who have been all-in supporters of the Oconee Farm Crawl, Homegrown Magazine, and the Oconee Farm Collective. Together, we celebrate the success of the Spring Farm Crawl, reflect on the launch of Homegrown Magazine, and dive into the personal stories behind each business. From taking the leap of faith into entrepreneurship to navigating the challenges, sacrifices, and joys of running a small business, this conversation is filled with honesty, inspiration, and encouragement. Whether you’re a small business owner, dreaming of starting something of your own, or simply passionate about supporting local, this episode is a reminder that great things happen when people come together to serve their community and chase their dreams. Join us as we talk about purpose, perseverance, community, and the heart behind the hustle. Support Local. Shop Local. Connect Local. These business owners have invested their time, talents, and hearts into serving our community, and we are grateful for their support of the Farm Crawl and Homegrown. If their stories inspired you, we’d love for you to connect with them, follow their journey, and support their businesses. Find their contact information below: Daniel Rothell- Blue Ridge Designs drothell@blueridgedesigns.net blueridgedesigns.net Jessica Tyler- Cornerstone Design Studio (864) 533-0340 cornerstone-design.com Meredith Freeman- Meredith E. Photography (864) 710-5043 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090282806945 Nick Carleton- Lake Life Technology (864) 652-3020 lakelife.tech

  3. Apr 28

    Episode # 3- Farm Crawl Fun!

    Episode #3 – Farm Crawl Fun! In this episode of the Homegrown Podcast, we celebrate the upcoming Oconee Farm Crawl! Join us on Saturday, May 16th for a self paced tour of Oconee County’s most charming local farms. Grab your tickets by visiting oconeefarmcrawl.com. Tune in as we walk through everything you need to know for the day and share all the fun we have planned. From meeting your local farmers to exploring beautiful properties, this is a day all about connection, community, and celebrating local agriculture. We are honored and excited to be featuring 38 local farms across Oconee County, with 23 farm stops and additional farms set up along the way. It is going to be a full, meaningful, and joy filled day. We cannot wait to see you on the Crawl!

  4. Mar 31

    Episode #2- Mack Family Legacy Farm

    Today, I welcome Craig and Michele Mack from Mack Family Legacy Farm in Seneca. We have such a fun conversation about their family, the story of building their farm, and all of the great things they offer to our community! Theirs is a story of big dreams, taking risks, overcoming adversity, and making beautiful things happen! It is truly inspiring! They will be participating in the May 16th Oconee Farm Crawl! Get your tickets today! oconeefarmcrawl.com Go visit them and try the life-changing scones for yourself! Mack Family Legacy Farm 5079 Keowee School Road Seneca, SC 29672 Self-serve farm shop (always open), farm fresh eggs, bread, baked goods, spices, honey, gifts and more! mackfamily.org https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574970834246

  5. Feb 27

    Episode # 1 The Heart Behind the Collective

    Welcome to Homegrown, a podcast celebrating the farms, makers, and small businesses of Oconee County. In this first episode, I share the heart behind the Oconee Farm Collective, how it began, and how the Oconee Farm Crawl and other initiatives are helping strengthen our community. Learn more at :: oconeefarmcollective.com oconeefarmcrawl.com Follow along on social media and share this episode with someone who believes in our mission :: facebook.com/oconeefarmcrawl facebook.com/oconeefarmcollective

  • 5 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
2 Ratings

About

The Homegrown Podcast is a monthly storytelling series highlighting the heart of Oconee County, South Carolina. Through thoughtful conversations with local farmers, makers, and small business owners, each episode shares heartfelt stories, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and fun local tidbits that celebrate the people, passion, and hard work woven throughout our community.

Information

  • Creator
    Oconee Farm Collective
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Oconee Farm Collective
  • Show Website
    Homegrown

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