Rural Unrecognized

The Lady's Hat Farm Story

April 02, 2024 Flagstaff County Episode 8
The Lady's Hat Farm Story
Rural Unrecognized
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Rural Unrecognized
The Lady's Hat Farm Story
Apr 02, 2024 Episode 8
Flagstaff County

In this episode we invite you to join us in a captivating conversation with Nikki Wiart, the owner of Lady’s Hat Farm. Nikki shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a journalist to a farmer florist, while also shedding light on the world of ethical flower farming. 

As a journalist, Nikki noticed something intriguing – young individuals with no farming background were making the bold decision to move to rural areas and start their own farms. This sparked her curiosity, leading her to explore the topic for her Masters Degree. Through interviews and travels, she uncovered some of the challenges these new farmers faced, including limited access to land, financial constraints, and the absence of the traditional mentorship that comes with a family farm.

Simultaneously, Nikki's disenchantment with the world of journalism grew. Nikki realized the  privilege of having land available to farm on and felt a responsibility to use it wisely. She decided to start her own farm. It is here, at Lady’s Hat Farm where she now grows and sells a beautiful array of cut flowers. 

Join Nikki as she sheds light on the importance of supporting local flower farmers and understanding where our flowers come from. She advocates for ethical luxury and sustainable practices in the flower industry, urging us to be mindful consumers.

To learn more about Flagstaff County visit www.flagstaff.ab.ca

To learn more about Lady’s Hat Farm visit Ladys Hat Farm

Social: Instagram

This episode was produced and edited by JCE Films

Show Notes

In this episode we invite you to join us in a captivating conversation with Nikki Wiart, the owner of Lady’s Hat Farm. Nikki shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a journalist to a farmer florist, while also shedding light on the world of ethical flower farming. 

As a journalist, Nikki noticed something intriguing – young individuals with no farming background were making the bold decision to move to rural areas and start their own farms. This sparked her curiosity, leading her to explore the topic for her Masters Degree. Through interviews and travels, she uncovered some of the challenges these new farmers faced, including limited access to land, financial constraints, and the absence of the traditional mentorship that comes with a family farm.

Simultaneously, Nikki's disenchantment with the world of journalism grew. Nikki realized the  privilege of having land available to farm on and felt a responsibility to use it wisely. She decided to start her own farm. It is here, at Lady’s Hat Farm where she now grows and sells a beautiful array of cut flowers. 

Join Nikki as she sheds light on the importance of supporting local flower farmers and understanding where our flowers come from. She advocates for ethical luxury and sustainable practices in the flower industry, urging us to be mindful consumers.

To learn more about Flagstaff County visit www.flagstaff.ab.ca

To learn more about Lady’s Hat Farm visit Ladys Hat Farm

Social: Instagram

This episode was produced and edited by JCE Films

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