iammike27

Are each of the one-acre farms owned by a separate, independent farmer?

If so, what methods are used to ensure that the quality of your teas will remain consistent between the variety of farms with each having a different owner/"boss"?

Did you initially envision yourself owning a retail storefront, distributing through other venues, or a combination?

Did you face any animosity or "unfair" competetive actions from others in the dessert industry in your area?

As the maker of a small line of ice creams for a local business, I know the temptation to devour your product is strong. Are you able to resist having delicious pie every single day of the year?

Oh man pie ala mode bestill my heart...

When starting a wholesale distribution network, did you find it difficult to compete with existing market, or did you approach smaller venues to sell through that were interested in giving a premium slot to a premium / higher quality pie?

Thank you for taking the time to reply! Start-up stories fascinate me, and I have a particular interest lately in the early steps of the edible product business.