Posted on Thu, Mar. 27, 2008
"But the problem is I'm Jewish, and not many Jewish men are interested in farming."
Kamm's cell phone rings, interrupting the conversation. (This is 21st-century farming).
The folks from West Chester Growers, the premier farm market in the region, are on the phone. Their market space is full for this year, but they were impressed by the professionalism of Kamm's recent presentation. Though she has grown absolutely nothing at Wild Goose Garden so far, they're offering her a space in 2009 - if she wants it.
"If?" she exclaims, sharing the news. "Totally!"
Learn more about Shira Kamm at www.wildgoosegarden.com.
Contact staff writer Dianna Marder at 215-854-4211 or dmarder@phillynews.com.