Farming at Land’s Sake

Land's Sake farmers prioritize the health of our land and community. 

Farmers here use sustainable methods which build rich, fertile soil, conserve water, and protect bio-diversity and the environment. While these practices can be more labor-intensive than conventional farming, they result in more productive fields over time. Not to mention tastier produce!

farmer in field
farmer in field

Sustainable farming practices used at Land's Sake include:

  • Low till: By minimizing soil disturbance, the soil retains moisture, structure, and a thriving ecosystem of microbes
  • Crop rotation: Growing crops on different fields each season optimizes soil nutrients and reduces pressure from pests
  • Cover crops: Crops that are planted to cover the soil when not in use- rather than leaving it bare - help to manage soil erosion, soil fertility, soil quality, water, weeds, pests, and disease. Cover crops are not harvested, but are planted to protect and improve the soil.
  • Compost and mulch: Applying compost and mulch enhances soil health, conserves water, reduces waste in landfills, and supports plant growth naturally
  • Beneficial insects: By strategically introducing insects that prey upon unwanted pests, we can protect crops without pesticides
These practices help us to grow strong healthy plants without using toxic, synthetic pesticides and fertilizers commonly used in conventional farming. Sustainable farming is safer for the environment and healthier for people!

 

Benefits of Sustainable Farming

In addition to providing delicious, organically grown produce to the community, Land's Sake's farming methods provide both environmental and health benefits.

Environmental benefits

  • Healthier, more fertile soil
  • Water conservation
  • Reduced need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides
  • Carbon sequestration: increased storage of carbon in soil helps slow the accumulation of greenhouse gasses that warm the Earth's climate
  • Encourages biodiversity by creating habitats for more plants and animals

Health Benefits

    • Healthier soil grows more nutrient-dense food
    • Reduced exposure to chemicals in food

 

Where to find Land's Sake produce 

At the Farmstand

Everything we carry at the farmstand is either locally grown or produced by a local small business, contributing to a thriving local economy. See what we have at the farmstand today!

In the Pick-Your-Own Fields

From peas and green beans to cherry tomatoes and jalapenos, Land's Sake grows a variety of pick-your-own crops available to the public June-October.

CSA Share

Enjoy the freshly harvested, locally grown produce each week in a 21 week CSA share.

Hunger Relief

Since its founding in 1980, Land's Sake Farm has intentionally grown produce for donation. Currently, 30% of the farm’s total harvest feeds local people facing food insecurity.