Kent Karnemaat, a fourth-generation Gerber grower, says that what makes great soil is good decisions. That comes with lessons learned through generations, an openness to developing creative solutions — often with the help of Gerber’s Agriculture Team — and a willingness to put soil health over profit.
A farmer’s relationship with his soil is that of a trusted business partner. Each side relies on the other for its well being and, when treated properly, both are rewarded. Growing produce for baby food in soil that is rigorously tested is a cornerstone of the relationship between Gerber and the Karnemaats.
