1976 a farm & market

In 1976, our parents’ dream took root with the purchase of their own 20-acre farm and the decision to join forces with like-minded friends to open the Davis Farmers Market. This connection of farmers and community truly marked the early stages of the organic foods movement. Small organic farms like ours had a platform to not only sell the fruits of their labor, but also introduce the concept of “organic” produce, one delicious bite at a time.

1992 to your door

In 1992, our mother started Farm Fresh To You, our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Farm Box program. Realizing that support for organic agriculture would only grow if this “specialty” produce was more readily available, she expanded the traditional CSA model and added the innovation and convenience of home delivery. Our new organic produce delivery service started with a handful of customers and boxes being delivered in our grandparent’s Buick. It was crazy and wonderful to see more and more boxes leave our farm each week.

2000 mom’s legacy

Our mother managed every aspect of our farm and delivery service until July of 2000 when her battle with breast cancer ended at the age of 51. As we were growing up, she believed the way to instill a true love for and connection to the land was by giving us important roles in the day-to-day operation and building of our family farm. We are thankful and proud to be able to carry on her legacy today, each of us choosing the farm for our life’s work.

2007 new growth

In 2007, we expanded our agricultural roots and began farming in areas of Southern California as the warmer winters allowed us to lengthen our growing season and extend the availability of some of our most-loved heirloom and traditional crops to residents looking for trusted, organic produce in the Los Angeles area. This time it was our turn, as the second-generation, to farm in a new region, face new challenges and grow new farmer and community relationships.

TODAY growing the good we can do

Today, our farm is able to create lasting change in our community by joining forces with organizations focused on healthy eating and sustainable agriculture. This year alone, we donated over 100,000 lbs of organic produce to local food banks and with your help, provided over 10,000 Farm Fresh To You boxes to individuals and families facing hunger. We are proud to support numerous farm-to-school programs and health organizations. Thank you again for your contributions and continued support.