Little Red Barn Farm
The story of Red and Nancy Smith
Ron ("Red") and Nancy Smith are relative newcomers to the world of organic farming. Both recent retirees, the extent of their gardening experience was tending to the small garden in the backyard of their home in Lake County, FL. As retirement approached, Red and Nancy dreamt of buying a bigger piece of property on which to put down roots. They found the idea of starting a farm both challenging and intriguing. With a spirit of adventure and tons of research, the duo found their spot high atop a hill in Sylvania, GA.
Lil Red Barn Farm has become their labor of love. The venture has afforded them more time together than they ever imagined. Their days start early and end late as they plant, harvest, and brainstorm on how to improve the process. Red explained, "We are taking this week by week together. Every day it's her and I."
Story collected by Tom & Tammy Kenkel
