It is an interesting statement (We are the Earth) and it was that concept that propelled Murray Bast into the next 30 years of discovering what was to become the foundation of organic farming. It wasn’t easy being a forerunner in organic farming 30 years ago. People thought he was crazy but that didn’t stop him. What he learned has become an important part of organic farming world-wide. Murray Bast is a forerunner and this is his story.