Real Farms, Real Stories

Southern Hill Farm, located in Clermont, Fl began as a tree farm then turned into a small commercial blueberry farm.

In this episode, discover the heartwarming world of Special Hearts Farm, "Special Animals for Special Hearts," founded by Kathy Meena and Jennifer Elliot! The incredible farm provides a therapeutic and educational experience for individuals with special needs.

We're excited to present the latest season of Real Farms, Real Stories! In this episode, we explore the history of Canterbury Farms and its founder Peter. From his humble beginnings as a young boy with a passion for gardening, Peter has grown his dream into a flourishing nursery with the help of his wife Annika. 

In celebration of National Dairy Month, we are sharing The McClellan's story! 

In this episode, we toured M  & B Dairy as well as M & B Products. The McClellan family works hard to produce a fresh and healthy product that is enjoyed by kids all over the state of Florida. The passion they have for the industry has become the culture within their business.

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Ever wonder where those beautiful tropical fish you see in the pet stores come from? In this episode, we tour Urban Tropical, a local tropical fish farm in Lakeland, Fl, which specializes in breeding high-quality ornamental freshwater tropical fish that are sold to local pet stores. Brittany Hollon, the operations officer, shares how her father started the business out of his love for fishing and eventually became one of the largest Angelfish fish farms in the United States.

“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! 

Be on the lookout for the next Real Farms, Real Stories video. Like and follow our page for updates. At, Farm Credit of Central Florida we provide financing for Farms, Homes, and Land.

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!

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.

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!

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.