"Much More Than a Farm" with Daron Babcock
“Much More Than a Farm”
with Daron Babcock
Stories change us. When we hear about another’s journey or struggle or passion it affirms our humanity and ignites our hope. We transform one another when we engage each other’s story. On today’s show, I have the honor of hosting Daron Babcock. Daron has found hope, purpose, and a beautiful mission on the other side of loss, struggle, and addiction. Daron’s story is powerful and is certainly forming my own mind and heart.
Daron Babcock is the founder and executive director of Bonton Farms near Dallas, Texas. Starting as a garden in a small lot, Bonton Farms has grown into two fully functioning, organic farms, one in the Bonton community and a separate 40-acre farm south of Dalllas. Before the Farm’s presence, Bonton was what was considered a food desert; access to healthy food was non-existent. Furthermore, 85% of men in Bonton have been in prison and more than half of Bonton residents don’t have a high school diploma. And, so, the mission of Bonton Farms is “to restore lives, create jobs and ignite hope in a once forgotten and neglected neighborhood with some of the most marginalized people.” Their current initiatives include nutritional counseling, cooking classes, housing stability, career mentorship, and education.
So many beautiful things are happening at Bonton Farms, with even more plans in the works. It has been some time since I’ve experienced a mission and a place full of so much purpose and life. Daron’s love for the people there and his passion for bringing about meaningful change is stunning. I truly can’t wait for you to hear more about his story, his heart, and his work at Bonton Farms. I have a feeling that his story may change yours as well.
the interview
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