About Us
Meet the creative minds behind the Back to Roots Gathering
Jody Prosser
Jody, a Connecticut native, found her passion for the outdoors early on. What began as a small-scaled hobby blossomed into a full-fledged farming journey.
In 2019, she & her husband, Troy took a leap of faith and purchased their own 52 acre farm, embarking on a mission to cultivate and provide fresh, seasonal produce to their community and local markets.
With four high tunnels on her farm, Jody's commitment to regenerative farming techniques shines through, as she nurtures the earth while reaping its bounties.
Her farm not only yields a vibrant array of flowers & heirloom vegetables but also embraces the rearing of heritage meats, honoring the traditions & flavors of the past, and introducing them to the future.
Through her efforts, Jody continues to inspire others to connect with the land, fostering a healthier & more mindful way of living.
Laura Fernandez
Laura founded Front Yard Foods in 2022 and has been helping clients develop uniquely designed gardens and edible landscapes. Laura’s passion for food first sprouted when she built her first garden with her grandfather at the age of 12.
Originally from Georgia, Laura fell in love with the Greenville community in 1997, as a freshman at Furman University. After graduation, Laura spent time doing graduate work in Tuscany, Italy where she learned what it really meant to eat locally and seasonally.
That passion for food led Laura’s work in a variety of local restaurants and then eventually to manage a local garden center for several years. These experiences enabled her to understand food from both the culinary and farming side. This extensive education, as both a gardener and restaurateur, has solidified Laura’s mission to teach people how to grow their own food, as well as, how to get it on their table.
Food, farming and community are of the greatest importance to Laura. Through Front Yard Foods, Laura hopes to inspire others to find their own connection to the earth and its value. Laura uses custom designs, individualized consultation and personalized education to build the confidence of each client and equip them with knowledge to accomplish their unique goals.
Mady Hastings
Mady is a passionate urban market farmer with a heart rooted in organic gardening. She grows where she lives in the historic heart of Laurens, SC with her husband and 3 children. In addition to being a full-time caretaker of her children, she sustainably grows produce for her community, markets, restaurants, & local grocery stores. Mady also holds a social media presence educating others about growing food, amending soil, & having fun whilst doing so.
Turning concrete jungles into thriving oases, Mady's dedication to sustainable agriculture transforms city spaces into bountiful havens.
With soil-stained hands & a vision for greener cities, Mady nurtures not just plants, but sense of community and environmental harmony.
Join her journey as she sows the seeds of change, one plot at a time.