Kevin Morse shares his journey from working in his grandparents’ deli to leading Cairnspring Mills, highlighting lessons in community support and sustainable farming during the pandemic. He also discusses the mill’s expansion and its commitment to local grain sourcing and resilience in business practices.

Key Takeaways:

1. Family Roots in Food: Kevin’s early years making sausage in his grandparents' Italian deli taught him the value of community and hard work.
2. Pandemic Perseverance: Kevin and his team were determined to support the community by keeping their operations running and providing essential products like flour and animal feed.
3. Sustainable Growth: Plans for a new mill in Umatilla County, OR, which focuses on local grain sourcing and preserving traditional milling methods.

Guest:

Kevin Morse, co-founder and CEO of Cairnspring Mills.

Resources Mentioned:

1. Kevin Morse: LinkedIn and Bio
2. Organization, Products, and Recipes: Cairnspring Mills
3. Cairnspring Mills: Facebook and Instagram
4. Video: Resilience Through COVID-19
5. Video: In the Mill with Kevin Morse by KitchenAid

Quotes:

-"The key to perseverance and success lies in our connection to the community and our commitment to sustainable practices." – Kevin Morse

-"Our mission is to regenerate not just the soil, but also the spirit of the community through our work." – Kevin Morse

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