Windward by Lost Acre Hosts Workshop on Farming Diversity
Local farmer talks 'Diversifying Income Streams: How Agriculture Can Support Your Operation'
The Journal | Tuesday, July 29, 2025
A recent workshop hosted by Misha Van Mecl at Windward by Lost Acre gathered 20 local farmers and supporters to discuss the importance of diversifying income streams in agriculture. Organized in collaboration with Future Harvest, the event highlighted hands-on peer-to-peer learning, essential for sustainable farming in the region. Van Mecl shared her journey of adapting her business model in Shepherdstown, successfully pivoting from traditional farming to include a floral design business and unique events, emphasizing the need for farmers to understand their market to succeed.
