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NLACRC Success Story: Ardeshir Farman
July 13, 2026
Meet Ardashir, also known as Arti, an urban farmer with Iranian roots who moved from London to Los Angeles in 2024 to pursue new opportunities. His goal is to grow fresh produce, earn his own income, and one day sell at local farmers markets. In this video, Arti shares his passion for gardening, the joy of watching his cherry tomatoes ripen, and how farming gives him a sense of freedom, responsibility, and independence.