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Farming in the Land of Walmarts and McDonalds: A New Jersey Reality Check | Chris Adams

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Adams, New Jersey grower and founder of Eastbound Acres, to explore what it really means to be a small-scale farmer in the most densely populated state in the United States. We dive deep into the challenges of farming in a landscape dominated by suburban sprawl, fast-food chains, and skyrocketing land prices, and we explore Chris’s mission to rebuild local food awareness in a place where agriculture has all but disappeared from daily life. Chris breaks down how he built multiple farms over 13 years; why sales, not production, remain the biggest barrier for growers in his region; and how he’s using tools like Local Line, CSA credit systems, and ultra-efficient market gardening practices to build a viable business on under half an acre. Learn more about Chris’s work at Eastbound Acres: https://eastboundacres.com/ Timestamps [0:00] Intro [2:15] Farming in a densely populated and developed area. [3:29] The need for agriculture education and awareness in New Jersey. [9:57] Historical context of farmland loss in New Jersey due to urban sprawl. [12:23] Chris's journey to farming: from soil science to starting a farm from a class project. [15:20] "Food Inc." documentary as a catalyst for change. [16:58] Evolution of the farm model: transitioning from tractor-oriented to super-small market garden style. [23:00] Achieving high efficiency and streamlining labor (working three hours a week on a half-acre). [27:01] The difficulty of sales and marketing in a densely populated area and the problem with fake farm markets. [30:02] Using local line software for sales, forecasting, and streamlining the business. [41:17] Juggling the farm with a main business and the importance of setting hard boundaries. [1:28:24] Rapid fire Q&A (books, advice, failures, and the link between wrestling and farming discipline) Sponsors Real Organic Project: Get Involved. Get Certified. Join the movement to fight the co-opting of organic. https://realorganicproject.org/ Market Gardener Institute: Join the Masterclass waiting list today! https://themarketgardener.com/courses... Links/Resources Market Gardener Institute: https://themarketgardener.com?utm_med... Masterclass: https://themarketgardener.com/courses... Newsletter: https://themarketgardener.com/newslet... Blog: https://themarketgardener.com/blog?ut... Books: https://themarketgardener.com/books?u... Growers & Co: https://growers.co/?utm_medium=social... Heirloom: https://heirloom.ag/?utm_medium=socia... The Old Mill: https://www.espaceoldmill.com/en/ Follow Us Website: https://themarketgardener.com?utm_med... Facebook:   / marketgardenerinstitute   Instagram:   / themarketgardeners   Guest Social Media Links Chris Adams: Website: https://www.eastboundacres.com/ Instagram:   / eastboundacres   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... LinkedIn:   / christopher-adams-a9b451382   JM: Instagram:   / jeanmartinfortier   Facebook:   / jeanmartinfortier