Season 2, Ep.5 – Farmer, Teacher, Healer: Living For Today Ranch

In this first episode of 2026, we want to highlight and celebrate Black farmers and food growers who are doing good work in the community and embody the phrase, “Farmer, Teacher, Healer” in their work. We’re fortunate to have Luis De La Rosa and Monica McDade as our special guests who tick every box as the owners and operators of Living For Today Ranch, an innovative farm in Bonita that not only produces a large amount of food but serves as an outdoor learning environment for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Their unique and fascinating journey to urban agriculture begins with their owning and operating Group Homes and Adult Residential Facilities in San Diego, and their desire to improve the lives of those they serve through better nutrition and hands-on outdoor skill development.

Join hosts Brandon S. Johnson and N. Diane Moss as they discuss the science and intention behind Living For Today’s innovative approach to urban agriculture. This work is driven by Luis’ engineering background with NASA, and their combined passion and dedication to improving the lives of those they serve.