Meet the Schulz Farmily!
Willow and Jeremy met at the University of Connecticut and began farming together in 1994. Since then, they've grown both their farm and their family, welcoming three children into their very own "#farmily"! Today, farming is truly a family affair, with each family member bringing their own talents, passions, and dedication to the farm and the community we call home.
We are incredibly proud of our children's commitment to family, their loyalty to the farm, and their dedication to serving our community. Here's a little glimpse into the people who make our farm what it is!
Olivia & Andrew
The first to join the Schulz "farmily," Olivia has grown from our animal-loving farm girl into an integral part of the family business. Now married to Andrew, the two of them have taken on much of the farm's animal husbandry and hay-making operations. From caring for the animals to putting up hay, they play a huge role in keeping these important parts of the farm running.
Olivia also manages our Sunday market in Riverdale, Bronx, and works for a local animal rescue in Bridgewater. Both Olivia and Andrew balance their many farm responsibilities with additional off-farm jobs and their service as members of the Northville Volunteer Fire Department.
Andrew brings plenty of talents of his own to the farmily. In addition to helping with farm operations, he serves in the Connecticut Army National Guard. After a deployment to the Middle East lasting just shy of a year, Andrew returned home in August. We are incredibly proud of his service and dedication.
Between farming, working, volunteering, and serving their community, Olivia and Andrew certainly keep busy! We are grateful for everything they bring to the farm and proud of the life they are building together.
Aidan
The middle child of the Schulz "farmily," Aidan wears many hats around the farm. A natural mechanic, he is an integral part of keeping our farm equipment, tractors, and machinery running. As a diesel mechanic of the farm, his skills and knowledge are invaluable when it comes to farm maintenance and repairs. There's never a shortage of things that need fixing around here!
Aidan also serves in the Army National Guard, balancing his military commitments with his work as a mechanic and his contributions to the farm. His mechanical abilities, strong work ethic, and willingness to jump in as needed make him an essential part of our operation.
Whether it's keeping the equipment running, lending a hand around the farm, or fulfilling his military duties, Aidan takes pride in getting the job done. We couldn't do it without him!
Anna
The youngest of the Schulz "farmily," Anna is now in her last year of middle school and is growing up right alongside the farm! An avid softball player, she has plenty to keep her busy, but she always finds time for the farm.
Anna is primarily responsible for caring for our chickens and takes great pride in keeping them happy and healthy. She also loves helping at the farmstand and representing the farm at local markets. While she's developing her own interests and activities, her love for farm life remains strong.
From chicken chores to softball games, Anna is learning the value of hard work, responsibility, and being part of something bigger than herself. We love having her enthusiasm and helping hands around the farm!
Grandaddy | Tractor Tom | Tommy Tomato
Retirement doesn't mean slowing down when you're part of the farmily! Tom is always the first to jump in whenever an extra set of hands is needed. From planting and harvesting to repairing farm equipment and tackling just about anything else that needs doing, he's our go-to guy. Of course, no job is complete without a few quality-control checks of the tomatoes!
Speaking of tomatoes, 2022 marked our first year growing in a high tunnel, and Tom jumped right into the challenge. He visited other growers, researched growing techniques, and even turned to YouTube to learn everything he could. His hard work and determination helped make that first season nothing short of spectacular and he's only gotten better since!
Whether he's on a tractor, in the garden, or checking on the tomatoes, Tom is an essential part of our farmily. We couldn't do it without him!
