Jeremy Schulz
A New Milford native Jeremy did not come from a farm family but got his feet wet in agriculture at a young age; working with cows and crops at Sunny Valley Farm in New Milford. This experience drove him to the 2 year agriculture program at UCONN where upon completion he stayed on to get an B.S. in Agricultural Resource Economics.
On the farm, it's all hands helping wherever needed. However, the lion's share of picking seed varieties, preparing the fields, and precision tractor work falls to Jeremy.
In addition to his tireless efforts at Clatter Valley Farm Jeremy believes in working for and giving back to the agricultural community that he loves so much. In this spirit he was one of the founding (and current) members of the New Milford Farmland Preservation Committee. Jeremy has also supported Agriculture by successfully lobbying for farmers in Washington DC with the New York State Agribusiness Association (NYSABA). He is a two time past president, and current board member of NYSABA.
Continuous learning and growth is also a priority for Jeremy. He regularly attends and speaks at grower meetings and farm seminars to keep up to date with the latest in Agriculture. Several years ago in his efforts to expand his knowledge, Jeremy earned his International Certified Crop Advisor accreditation (CCA), a very rigorous program. Since acquiring this distinction he has joined the CCA board in an effort to help keep the guidelines current while also mentoring future candidates!
Willow Schulz
Growing up in Connecticut, Willow always had a love for animals and farms. Her Mother and Grandfather both had large gardens that she would willingly help with. At 13 she got her first job, working for a friends family at Mountain View Farms retail stand in Farmington, CT (still a great place if you are out that way!).
The day to day farm activities fall mostly to Willow. Her life long love of animals means that the daily farm chores are seldom a chore! During the vegetable season the day to day includes overseeing the planting, harvesting, packing, staffing for the CSA, farmers markets and the farm stand. Bringing the produce to the community is where Willow thrives.
Food security is Willow's passion. She fostered a partnership with City Center Danbury and the Danbury Senior Center to bring a mini "Farmers Market on the move" once a month to danbury seniors. During the sustained power outages in the summer of 2020 Willow joined forces again with City Center Danbury, other local farms and the United Way to help get food to vulnerable members of the Danbury community. Willow also oversees donations to local food banks, most often Our Daily Bread at the New Milford United Methodist Church where she also personally volunteers.
***If you are in need Our Daily Bread is open every Thursday from 3-6 at the New Milford United Methodist Church in the upper parking lot. All are welcome. ***