I will be interviewing Jenn Halpin next week to discuss her experience in managing the Dickinson Farm. I am interested in her perspective because of the unique characteristics of the school’s farm, including the funding it receives, its commitment to organic farming, and other ethical practices. Some sample questions I have are:

  • How have your priorities changed throughout your tenure as director of the farm?
  • How difficult is it maintaining a commitment to organic agriculture on a large scale?
    • Is this made easier by having livestock as well as growing produce?
  • Could you foresee a farm model like this possible without funding from Dickinson?
    • If not, what would need to be altered to make it possible?
  • What identity does the college farm posses compared to surrounding farms in the county?

 

As I have not completed this interview yet, I do not have any photos or videos to post from it. However, I do have photos from my own farm back home to share: