Carin Fortin + Delmar McComb
Founders of Blossom’s Farm
Carin Fortin – herb farmer, herbalist and teacher, is active as BDANC (Biodynamic Association of Northern California) member, served as BDANC newsletter editor and core group member for many years, is a student of Biodynamics and Anthroposophy, and a member of the Circle of representatives, the planning committee of the international Biodynamic conference in Dornach, Switzerland. With a wide variety of herbs from different traditions (Western, TCM and Ayurveda +), Blossom’s Biodynamic Herb Farm produces bitters, tinctures, hydrosols, skincare products and tonics – some inspired by Carin’s family’s tradition, in particular her grandmother, who founded a hydro colonics wellness spa in 1928 in the Swiss pre-alps. Carin co-founded and currently runs Blossom’s Farm in Corralitos CA, where she lives with her partner Delmar McComb.
Delmar McComb is Director of Horticulture for Suncrest Nurseries Inc. in Watsonville Ca where he has introduced environmentally friendly growing practices into this prominent and extremely diverse California wholesale nursery. He was also able to develop a Demeter Certified line of Biodynamically grown plants at Suncrest which is now available throughout California. Delmar also co-owns Blossom’s Biodynamic Farm with his partner Carin Fortin where they grow and process approximately 100 varieties of medicinal herbs which in turn are made into health and beauty care products. A long-time operatic tenor, he sings leading roles with opera companies around the state when he can spare the time.
Community
Blossom’s Farm collaborates with various community initiatives.
Camphill Communities California
Homeless Garden Project, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of the Anthroposophical Society
Santa Cruz Waldorf School
Extended Family
Biodynamic Association of Northern California
Biodynamic Association of America
Livepower Community Farm, Covelo
Demeter USA
Rudolf Steiner College, Fair Oaks
Santa Cruz Reskilling Expo