Meet Kris, our guest who swapped the precision of civil engineering for the unpredictability of rainforest spice farming. In this eye-opening conversation, Kris shares his journey of taking over a vanilla farm and spice tourism operation nestled in the lush forests of Quepos. We delve into the delicate art of vanilla pollination—done by hand against the ticking clock of nature. Whether you're interested in sustainable agriculture, family dynamics in business, or simply love a good pivot story, Kris's tale of persistence and transformation is sure to inspire. So, spice up your day with a listen to Bizpirations and learn how this engineer turned rainforest spice farmer is breaking new ground. Visit Kris and buy the spices: https://www.rainforestspices.com/shop/ Highlights: 00:00 Introduction 06:30 we lost everything 09:23 Vanilla pollination and curing require human intervention. 12:43 Decided to join dad on the farm. 14:51 Running large vanilla and spice farm is challenging. 18:41 Increased farm transparency through normal business practices. 23:29 struggles within a family dynamic 25:07 Improving delegation and organization on the farm. 30:32 Farm improvements lead to unique, educational tours. 32:44 Debunking tourism misconceptions in Costa Rica. 34:35 Farming requires knowledge, adaptability, and hard work. 39:22 Shadowing key players crucial for business understanding. Thank you for listening!
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