Farming and teaching are two entirely different—and often incompatible—business models. This talk explores why blending production farming with hands-on training can undermine both goals. Tea Creek is not a farm—it’s a leadership training facility. If we were focused solely on farming, we wouldn’t be able to deliver the level of training and community engagement we do today.

This session will challenge the assumption that you can do both effectively—and help you define what success really looks like for your land and your mission.