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Real Farms, Real Stories: Shogun Farms

“Hogs Gone Wild” 

In this episode of Real Farms, Real Stories, Pamela Fay shares a glimpse into their wild hog farm, Shogun Farms. Pamela and her husband David began trapping wild hogs from private, commercial, and government properties. However, David is a firm believer that you should eat whatever you harvest, which led to the beginning of Shogun Farms. Watch their story here! 

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Real Farms, Real Stories: Solaris Farm

In this episode of Real Farms, Real Stories, Ross & Sarah Russell share a glimpse inside of their equestrian facility, Solaris Farm. In this heartwarming story, the Russell’s share how their operation isn't just about the horses it’s about the people that come with the horses. Since opening in 2015, they have created a welcoming environment that both kids and adults love being a part of. Many call it their happy place!

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Questions Before You Build on Your Vacant Land

Actualizado el 7 de octubre de 2022

Ya compró un terreno y tal vez incluso haya dado los primeros pasos para reunirse con un constructor. Pero ¿ya determinó cuál es la mejor ubicación para su casa dentro de la propiedad? Antes de tomar una decisión, estos son algunos factores que debe tener en cuenta:

¿Cuál es la distancia a los servicios públicos?

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Real Farms, Real Stories: LiveTrends Design Group

The true American dream still exists! Meet Bisser Georgiev of LiveTrends Design Group. Georgiev's business was a typical American shoe-string start-up using personal funds.

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Real Farms, Real Stories: Central Florida Ferns

Meet Ray & Matt Roberts. Ray Roberts, the founder of Central Florida Ferns is generationally transitioning the family business, Central Florida Ferns to his son, Matt Roberts. Succession can be hard for a family business and often the next generation has big shoes to fill. His son Matt is challenged with continuing his father’s legacy, brand, and the empire he built since its inception in the 1990s. Watch this video to see their story!

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Real Farms, Real Stories: Amerigo Farm's

Amerigo Farms is located in Mt. Dora, Florida. John Albers purchased his family's Canadian nursery in 1966 after graduating from DuPage Horticulture School. In 2012, they expanded to Mt Dora where he fell in love with the sunshine state! Amerigo Farms' main plant is the beautiful calla lily, but during the Christmas season, they also grow poinsettia plants. John loves what he does and it shows in the way he treats his nurseries, customers, and employees. 

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Real Farms, Real Stories: Florico Foliage

In honor of Veterans Day, meet James McComas, a U.S. Marine Corp Veteran, and owner of Florico Foliage. James shares his story about being in the Marines and how he got into the ag business after serving. Check out his story here!

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Real Farms, Real Stories: Mercer Botanicals

You won't want to miss this one! Be inspired by this fun-loving father-son duo.

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Three Important Questions to Ask Before Buying Land

Updated March 4, 2024

Finding the perfect acreage to build your dream home or start a farm is a once-in-a lifetime opportunity for many rural property buyers. Whether you’re searching for a large lot, small farm or other bare land, knowing what to look for in a property and working with experienced professionals can help you avoid a lot of frustration and, potentially, costly mistakes.

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Real Farms, Real Stories: Webb's Honey

You won’t want to miss this awesome story about a bee-keeper.

Be inspired by David Webb’s determination to keep his bee business alive. When David began Webb's Honey he faced many obstacles but he isn’t one to back down from a challenge. Being a bee-keeper is not for the faint of heart. In this video, we learn what David went through to get where he is today. Watch his story here!

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