At Open Field Farm, we strive to care for the land in accordance with the balance that exists in nature. Our mission is to serve the nutritional needs of our community; foster a positive relationship between farmers, community members, and the land; and continually improve the farm ecosystem.
The Land
Open Field Farm is situated on a 560-acre rolling grassland ranch just outside of the town of Petaluma on Coast Miwok land. The heart of the farm is the CSA barn, where members come to pick up their share each week. There is a lawn area with a fire pit, play spaces for children, and tables for picnics. The pick-your-own herb garden is there, abuzz with bees and other pollinators. Beyond the CSA barn are the greenhouses and the cut flower gardens available for members to peruse and make bouquets. Further out, there is a balance of flat land in crop production, and hilly grazing land. We currently have about 14 acres dedicated to vegetable fields. As well, there are small stands of eucalyptus, walnuts, and cypress trees; and few notable oaks. We are working on restoring the farm’s drainage waterways with more native tree life. There are several old barns and outbuildings dating from the early 1900s that we are working to renovate one by one. A 10 minute wildflower-studded hike from the CSA barn leads to the pond, our water source for our crops and a great swimming spot in the summer months. This land holds worlds within worlds; one could spend years exploring the various springs and drainage ways, eucalyptus groves, rock outcroppings, blackberry brambles, and more!
Our Vision
Open Field Farm is a diversified farm, raising grass fed beef, sheep, and pastured eggs, while also growing a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, dry corn, cut flowers, and a small but increasing amount of fruit. While our offerings are relatively stable at this point, we always allow some space for growth and evolution as crew members explore their interests and passions. All of our food is distributed through our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, which operates on a pay what you can, take what you need model. We hold a vision of true sustainability, wherein the land, our farmers, and our members are all meeting each other’s needs.
Our Food
Our Practices
Our CSA