About Us

Hi I'm Mary. I’m a farmer, educator, and community advocate based in Northern Michigan. As a mother of five and a lifelong agricultural worker, I was raised on a beef cattle farm where I developed a deep respect for the land and the people who care for it. Through my work with Forest & Farm, local farmers markets, and food access initiatives, I’m committed to building a more resilient and equitable food system. I believe in clean air, clean water, clean food, and equal access for all—and that real change starts at the local level, with informed communities and strong connections to the land.

Hi, I'm Emily- wife, mama, and farmer. I'm passionate about growing healthy food, living simply, and creating a life rooted in family and community. What started as a love for gardening has grown into a way of life, from running our farm to helping connect others through local markets and our Farm to Home program. When I'm not in the garden, you'll find me soaking up time with my family, usually with dirt on my hands and a baby nearby.