Producer

Kelly, owner and operator of High Tide Farm in Beverly, MA is committed to cultivating produce grown with organic, sustainable methods, while fostering a passion for agricultural education and connecting people to the land. Beginning her college career in culinary school, Kelly has always had a passion for food. After finishing college with a Masters degree in special education, she found herself teaching in Salem, MA. Kelly created a garden club at the school for kids in 4th and 5th grades to help tend to the school garden. There she taught the children how to garden, the importance of agriculture, and nutrition. Eventually, she began teaching a food, garden, and nutrition- based STEM class where students were able to spend time outdoors and learn about farming and the food system through hands-on experiences. Through her work with Farm to School, she was introduced to New Entry Farm while working on a USDA Grant, and enrolled in the business planning class at New Entry.
This is her second year on the incubator farm, and on her 3/8-acre plot, she’s cultivating flowers and diversified vegetables, including leafy greens, sugar snap peas, heirloom popping corn, tomatoes, strawberries, watermelon, and an abundance of potatoes. Her farming methods emphasize organic practices, soil health, and sustainable methods. This year she also has a flock of laying hens that will be providing a fun variety of egg colors for her farmer’s market display. Beyond growing food Kelly aims to share her joy of farming and inspire others to connect with the land and understand where their food comes from. You can follow her farm story on Instagram @hightidefarm_ma