Our Story
Future Farm began as a radical idea in 2010 when founders Maria and Thomas Bennett, disillusioned with industrial agriculture after years working in the conventional food system, purchased 50 acres of depleted farmland that nobody wanted. Their vision seemed impossible at the time: transform this eroded, chemical-laden plot into a thriving ecosystem that would produce nutrient-dense food while regenerating the land.
The first three years were challenging beyond measure. The soil was so depleted that even weeds struggled to grow. The local community was skeptical, and financial institutions refused loans for such an "experimental" approach. Working with limited resources, the Bennetts lived in a small trailer on the property while implementing intensive cover cropping, holistic grazing, and water management systems learned from regenerative agriculture pioneers worldwide.
By 2015, the transformation was undeniable. Soil organic matter had increased from less than 1% to over 4%, water retention improved dramatically, and biodiversity exploded with the return of native birds, insects, and wildlife. As production began to flourish, local chefs and health-conscious families discovered the exceptional quality and taste of Future Farm's products, creating demand that allowed for gradual expansion.
Today, Future Farm spans 200 acres of thriving land with integrated livestock, vegetable, fruit, and grain production. What began as two people's dream has grown into a community of farmers, educators, and food lovers committed to demonstrating that agriculture can be a powerful force for healing our bodies and our planet. Our journey continues to evolve as we learn, innovate, and share our discoveries with a growing movement of regenerative farmers worldwide.
