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Tony Sarah is an extremely knowledgeable horticulturist who managed our favorite plant nursery. He spent years formulating the Earth’s Original Organic fertilizer through experimentation. His mix was such a miracle, gardeners started referring to it as “Tony’s Magic Mix”. The fertilizer was formulated with the idea of not only providing all the required plant nutrients in one product, but more importantly, to bring soil health back to life. The unique formula of the fertilizer has shown its ability to be highly beneficial to all manner of plants from edibles, houseplants, general landscape plants, plumeria, adeniums, roses, and even potted cacti and succulents.

We’re thrilled to spotlight our wonderful neighbors, Happy Goat & Company! They offer the freshest goat’s milk, handmade soaps, and an array of delightful homestead goods. Plus, they host fantastic farmer’s markets and other events that bring our community together. Follow their inspiring journey as they transform an old ranch house into their charming homestead at @ranchhouserehab on Instagram. Support local and enjoy the best from Happy Goat and Company.

Hayden Acres is a gem of a small business with a mission of spreading happiness, healing, and hope by uniting families and horses. Hayden Acres, run by husband and wife team Joshua and Tiffany Hill, certainly accomplishes its goal and then some. Located in San Tan Valley, Arizona, Hayden Acres offers horse boarding, riding lessons, farm events, camps for children and more. They also have awe inspiring draft horses which are a must see! Visit the Hayden Acres site to learn more.

Jared Roy breeds the most awe inspiring livestock guardian dogs and starts them right with the most incredible socialization and training. Breeds include Turkish Shepherds, Great Pyrenees, Karakachans, and more. The puppies work alongside his seasoned adult dogs as they protect all types of animals. His passion for and knowledge of livestock guardian dogs is unparalleled, and his litters usually have long wait lists for good reason. He has a tremendous social media following due to his expertise, and posts extraordinary videos of his dogs at work on TikTok.

Kelci Martinez is a talented and creative entrepreneur with a heart of gold. Not to mention, she is gutsy and one of the coolest girls I know. A local horse trainer and accomplished barrel racer, Kelci also designs and crafts stunning custom leather pieces. Her incredible work ethic and passion shine through in everything she does. Discover her beautiful, handcrafted creations on Facebook, and check out her Natural Essentials Horsemanship site for more information on her leatherwork and additional equine related services like training, massage therapy, kinesiology taping and more!

RSI Growers is a local gem for homesteaders and hobbyists, offering an astounding variety of fruit and citrus trees, from peaches and apricots to apriums and plums. Their trees are grown on rootstock specially suited to our desert climate, ensuring they thrive with remarkable resilience. The trees purchased from RSI Growers have grown quickly, stayed healthy, and produced the most incredible fruit. The owner is a wealth of knowledge about trees, fun to talk to, and offers reasonable prices, making RSI Growers a must-visit for anyone looking to enhance their garden, orchard, vineyard or grove.

Sam Friedberg is a Senior Consultant with Solarize AZ helping people go Solar in order to maximize comfort and savings while minimizing impact. He has degrees from MIT and USC in Electrical Engineering. He has been a real estate investor since 2011 and specializes in examining solar from a real estate perspective. He offers a complimentary analysis of your electric bills to see if you can save money by going solar. Each client receives a detailed and professional proposal based on the unique circumstances of their individual home, electricity usage, and overall situation. We’ve consulted with him personally, and could not be more pleased with the quality of his service.

Strawberry Hedgehog is a local small business dedicated to crafting vegan, safe, and healthy soaps and other body products from the highest quality plant-based ingredients. Each product is made with love, free of animal products, preservatives, chemicals, artificial dyes, and fragrances. The goal is to maximize quality and effectiveness, making them perfect for individuals with sensitivities to conventional products. Experience the pure, clean difference with Strawberry Hedgehog’s handcrafted creations.

T. and Cookies is a home bakery in Mesa, Arizona specializing in custom orders and seasonal-themed cookies, each adorned with beautiful and intricate artwork. Their handmade creations are designed to complement any event, making it truly special and memorable. The customer service is top-notch, ensuring a delightful experience from start to finish. The cookies are not only stunning but also the most delicious you’ve ever tasted—everyone always raves about them! The only challenge? These edible masterpieces are so exquisite, you might find it hard to take that first bite.

Western Outlawz Kennels breeds Karakachan Livestock Guardian Dogs, a rare landrace breed from Bulgaria bred for over 3,000 years to protect livestock from wolves and bears. This breeder strives to produce only the very best of the breed with regard to health, temperament and appearance. Their animals are raised on 53 acres in the White Mountains of Arizona, where their dogs enjoy the beautiful wildlife and love to swim and play. The breeder offers a lifetime of support with every puppy.

We purchased a puppy from Heather, and he has grown to be an excellent protector of our farm. He is all business and takes his job of protecting the farm extremely seriously.