417 - Agrihoods: Suburban Farming Trend or Lifestyle Gimmick? | Damian Mason Podcast

September 28, 2025

Agriculture

Agrihoods—residential communities built around working farms—are on the rise across the U.S., blending suburban convenience with rural aesthetics. In this episode, Damian Mason speaks with Steve Bruere, president of The Peoples Company and developer of Middlebrook, Iowa’s first agrihood. They explore whether agrihoods are just a trendy real estate gimmick or a viable model for sustainable community living. With over 200 such developments nationwide, could your region be next?

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Business of Agriculture

Damian travels all over the globe talking to audiences about trends in the business of food, fuel, and fiber. With his clever wit and down-to-earth delivery, he has turned these topics into an interesting (and sometimes controversial) podcast.

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