Episode 005: Terri Lawton of Oake Knoll Farm

• Episode Title and Description: Nissa sits down to talk with Terri Lawton of Oake Knoll Farms.
• Introduction: Welcome to the Massachusetts Farm to Table Podcast where we showcase the passionate farmers, food producers, and chefs who are shaping the farm-to-table movement right here in Massachusetts..
• Guest Information: Terri is an 11th generation farmer on her property.  She is a graduate of Perdue University’s Agriculture Program and a former dairy inspector for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is a real pleasure to speak with someone who has so much love and enthusiasm for her work.
• Key Discussion Points: We talk about her experience of being a woman in a male-dominated field, about attitudes toward farming a a career, and she gives some great advice for anyone interested in becoming a farmer.
• Links and Resources:
   
  • Oake Knoll Farms 
  • Purdue University College of Agriculture
  • Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation
  • Tara Brach
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• Music Credits:Our theme music is “Eternity” by Leva 
• Additional Notes: Be sure to watch for the full uncut video interview on Youtube, and our video tours later this season.