Charles H. Leonard


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OWNER: Charles H. Leonard, whom has been farming in the Virgin Islands since 1980

FARM SITE: Bordeaux

FARM SIZE: 2½ acres

MISSION: To continue to learn about all of the aspects of farming to create a balanced offering of farm products

PHILOSOPHY:  Never stop learning, you need to embrace new information and technology.

QUOTE:  In the old days, people came together to plant and harvest, it was easier to farm. You can’t farm five acres like you used to.

INTERESTS: His daughter Brittany, Apiculture, Permaculture and Poultry Farming

SPECIALTY PRODUCTS: Cornish Hens, Guava Berries and Honey

FARMERS MARKETS: Bordeaux Market & Saturday Market

CHALLENGES TO FARMING: 
-Water,  a major cachement system is needed
-The existing reservoirs have linings that are too thin and require better design.

WHAT CHARLES GROWS ON HIS FARM

Herbs
Lemongrass
Sorrel
Japana
Sorgeum
Watercress
Basil
Redcow