Power Farm Introduction
Power Garden: Agricultural Education Cultivates Appreciation for Food Once following the first generation raw food expert Ms. Li Qiuliang, Tseng Fei-Yu absorbed many concepts of sustainable agriculture. When she acquired her own farm, she fully embraced friendly farming methods. Tseng Fei-Yu's farm is located in Guanxi, Hsinchu, and it has an independent water source for irrigation. She grows seasonal vegetables, grass jelly, and fruits she wants to eat, all in a simple and uncomplicated manner. If there’s a surplus, she sells it at the weekend market to share with those in need. As a pioneer of raw food, Tseng Fei-Yu also emphasizes the importance of agricultural education and frequently teaches classes on planting and cooking, encouraging more people to appreciate food. Chickens and Ducks Help with Weeding and Pest Control How do Tseng Fei-Yu and her husband manage the farm? They have hired a group of lovely chickens and ducks to assist with weeding and pest control. Tseng Fei-Yu took us to the farm, where a group of chickens were arguing over a frog, while four slender ducks quietly emerged from the side and jumped into a water puddle caused by heavy rain last night. These working chickens and ducks are not destined for slaughter; they will pass away naturally. Tseng Fei-Yu pointed to a rooster with sparse feathers and said, “He has been with us for seven or eight years. We’re grateful for his help with weeding and pest control.” Approaching farming with a mindset of gratitude is the best way to be kind to the Earth. In addition to farming, Tseng Fei-Yu holds an important position at the 13th Good Market in Zhubei, where she serves as an inspector. The market gathers the best products from the 13 towns and cities in Hsinchu County, with a strict policy regarding the items sold at the stalls. Using her experience, Tseng Fei-Yu ensures quality and earns the respect of many. Because of her professionalism and authority, many small farmers seek her assistance when facing difficulties. For example, with unsightly citrus fruits, Tseng Fei-Yu cleans them and uses the peels to make candied peel or add them to cookies, which are great solutions. Tseng Fei-Yu enjoys helping small farmers solve their problems, and through collective brainstorming, she strives to prevent food waste and unlock the unlimited potential of fruits, exemplifying the best practices of agricultural education.
