Film Lens
The film follows Molly and John Chester as they transform an old lemon grove in Southern California into Apricot Lane Farms, an ecosystem-focused farm. They had no prior farming experience and aimed to grow hundreds of plant types while working within the natural ecosystem. Their journey began around 2011, driven by a desire to regenerate the land and create a biologically diverse environment. They faced various challenges, including forest fires and wildlife invasions, while documenting their experiences in the film 'The Biggest Little Farm: The Return.'
Through their story, the film illustrates the couple's idealistic approach to farming, contrasting it with conventional methods that have dominated agriculture for the past century. By cultivating a self-balancing system, they sought to demonstrate a different way of farming that aligns with nature, rather than against it. Their experiences are shared in a way that shows both the struggles and successes of building a sustainable farm from scratch.
Why Watch
- •Meet Molly and John Chester, idealistic farmers.
- •See how they transformed a lemon grove into a diverse farm.
- •Find out how they dealt with forest fires and wildlife invasions.
Did You Know
•Molly and John Chester lived in a Los Angeles apartment 10 years ago.
•They purchased an old lemon grove with no prior farming experience.
•The couple aimed to grow hundreds of plant types on their farm.
•They began their farming journey around 2011.
Perfect For
Sustainable farmingEco-friendly livingUrban to rural transition