Matthew Pippin was raised on the family farm. From a very young age he knew that his passion in life was agriculture. He loved to raise animals, and grow crops with his family. As he grew older his passion only increased and his pursuit of knowledge became a daily endeavor. He and his wife and two boys now continue to promote agriculture as they work the family farm. They grow much of their own food in the garden, and beef cattle graze the pastures. Fruit of many different varieties are grown and turned into wine and jelly at the families Winery and farm store. Matthew chose to write this book to share some of his knowledge about growing and living a more sustainable and profitable life by entering the farming world. He believes that farming is a privilege and should be cherished by all.