Eric Simpson put his hands in the dirt with an intention to grow something 15 years ago and grow something, he did. His farming journey, from backyard gardener to one of the leading members of the West Georgia Farmer’s Cooperative, unfolded as organically as it gets (no pun intended) and continues to set an example for other farmers in how to hold space for building strong community and continuing the tradition of convening and mobilizing, while carving out space for a successful, independent business. Eric serves as Projects Director the West Georgia Farmer’s Cooperative, located in Hamilton, Georgia. Founded in July 1966 West Georgia Farmer's Cooperative’s mission is to rebuild a viable local food system and promote economic development within the community.