Erin May and her family grow greens, herbs and other produce in 25 tower gardens. She delivers the bounty to customers and businesses. With the start of the farmers market season, she is now planning to bring the produce to local markets. The towers show greens in various stages of growth.
Erin May grew up north of Clarissa on a turkey farm. Like most families then, they ate a lot of processed food. Erin’s adult life has been a series of steps leading her on a continuing journey to healthier living. Processed food is not a feature in her family’s kitchen or pantry anymore.
After high school, Erin stayed on the farm to help, leaving in her early 20s to work as a medical secretary in a hospital.
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Good health and staying active and fit are important to the May family. Pictured at an event are (front) Sawyer. Back (from left) Erin, Chloe and Riley.
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