From the Soil Up
We can create an ecosystem with a handful of herbs by the door. Tomatoes climbing a trellis, bees moving through flowers, mulch protecting the soil from the Colorado sun, kitchen scraps returning to compost — these are small acts toward a bigger future, substantial, conscious choices, reconnecting us to the core of who we are.
Meet Adriana Karagozian
But loving something that deeply also brings fear. When your livelihood, your purpose, and your heart are woven together, the thought of losing it can feel overwhelming. For a long time, that fear fed my imposter syndrome. I worried that if I stepped too confidently into my work, the universe might take it away.
Meet Adriana Karagozian
The problems I solve for clients are often bigger than they first appear. On the surface, someone may come to me because they want a beautiful backyard, a more intentional event, or help growing food. But underneath that, many people are also looking for a way to feel more connected—to their health, to the land they live on, to the food they eat, and to a slower, more grounded way of living.
January: A Return to Wholeness
As a business owner, I’m sure you feel the call of your body, needing a reset, craving a return home. It’s a true testament to health, to living in wellness, that goes beyond trendy buzz words and fitting a mold. It’s a way of coming back home, to a place of recharge and renewal that gives us a sense of remembering, of why we chose to do this in the first place.
Rising Stars: Meet Adriana Karagozian of Johnstown, CO
I think the hardest part of risk is fear. We are fearful of losing everything as business owners, so taking a risk can seem like we are playing with fire. But the truth is, we all need to face our fears at some point in order to grow, no matter what happens. The bigger element to risk is asking “Is this in my highest and greatest good?” If the answer is yes, than go for it.
Cultivation Station: EP 10 S 4 - From Scratch Farm
Cultivation Station, a business development podcast from The Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Colorado Proud program, dives into the rich and diverse world of food and agricultural businesses. Whether you’re just beginning to think about starting a food or ag business in Colorado, or your operation is already up and running, the many topics covered, expert insight and insider tips and tricks can help you be successful!
Ladies of Influence
The lack of access to fresh, healthy ingredients in our communities inspired her to launch the business in 2023.
A Rich Tapestry of Colors, Textures and Flavors
From Scratch Farm collaborates with local farmers, horticulturists, and gardeners, participates in seed swaps, and offers installations that support small businesses. They also offer on-site educational classes and donate a portion of their harvest to local food banks.