Every time we shop for food we make a choice that affects the world around us. It gives us an opportunity to vote on everything from dependance on fossil fuels, to the cruel vs. humane treatment of animals, to use of chemicals and pesticides to the food’s effect on our health. It is a truly important decision that we far too often take for granted in the name of convenience and deceivingly low costs.

We recognize the many problems with our current food system and are working to become a part of the solution. Such a solution is for us and for farms like ours more of a path we are traveling than a destination we have already arrived at. While we have many years of work and development ahead of us, we are committed to a course that leads to sustainability and utilizes the principles of organic techniques, humane treatment of our naturally raised animals, and a constant renewal and improvement of the land.

We appreciate and depend on your support. As such we are open about our farming practices and are committed to educating the community about what we are doing and why, while also being open to input.

History

Appenzell Farm is a family farming venture founded in 2008. We have long enjoyed the bounties of our own gardens and orchards and decided to start on a path to expand and share these bounties with others.

The name “Appenzell” comes from our ancestral home in the beautiful canton of Appenzell, Switzerland. Our heritage reminds us of what our food and agriculture should and must be. That is simple, natural, and sustainable. We move forward, utilizing valuable modern techniques and technologies while not forgetting lessons from the past.

The Appenzell Team

Appenzell Farm is made possible by a dedicated family team of creative and innovative specialists.

Jesse Corbridge specializes in the farm marketing and daily operations and more specifically manages the pastured egg and meat side of Appenzell Farm.

Barbie Corbridge is the gardening and produce specialist.

Don Corbridge manages the pastures which serve as the foundation of the animals we raise on the farm.