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Sustainable Pet Treats: Turning Regenerative Farming Into Brand Growth with Stephen Calsbeek
In this episode of The Growth Class, host Phil Masiello interviews Stephen Calsbeek, co-owner of Farm Hounds. They discuss how Farm Hounds grew from a small pet retail concept into an Inc. 5000 direct-to-consumer brand built around regenerative agriculture, transparent sourcing, and single-ingredient dog treats.
Stephen shares how a conversation with White Oak Pastures sparked the idea for transforming nutrient-rich farm byproducts into premium pet chews while supporting small family farms and reducing waste.
The conversation explores the challenges of scaling a niche e-commerce business in…
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