Practices
We farm in the rocky clay of Orange County!
One acre is a tight space to navigate with a conventional tractor. We farm with a walk-behind BCS and use tools like the broadfork or tilther for cultivation. This means our work is mostly by hand and on a human-scale.
Although we are not certified Organic or Naturally Grown, we follow strict practices that align with both schools of thought. At this time, we don’t think it’s worth the time and cost to become certified.
We do not use pesticides, herbicides, synthetic fertilizers or harmful GMOs, thus our produce is “ecologically" grown.” We use compost and crop rotation to prioritize soil health and crop quality. These methods are also labor intensive and require a lot of sweat and love from the hands of our farm crew! Read about our People below.
People
My name is Kendall and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to grow food for people!
My love for farming has many roots. The most direct catalyst for my farming career was meeting many incredible farmers resisting the Atlantic Coast and Mountain Valley Pipelines across Virginia. My friends and I were so moved by the people and practices in this beautiful place that we started vegetable farming in 2018. Since, my love has deepened when learning from my talented friends at places like Bellair Farm, High Five Farm, and Real Roots Food Systems. 2025 will be my third season growing for a small CSA in Orange County.
Finn was born and raised in Charlottesville and has worked with plants & livestock his whole life. On the farm he manages our flock of laying hens, staffs the Orange County Farmer’s Market stand, and fixes everything.
2025 is Dan’s second season with us at September Sun Produce! Dan started farming in Richmond as a volunteer with Real Roots Food Systems in 2022.
“I met Kendall through the amazing friendships I built there, and it wasn’t long after that she jokingly (not jokingly) asked me to come work for her as she got her own farm started. Eventually realizing that possibility and acting on an impulse to continue my farming career in earnest at September Sun, I moved to the farm in April, 2024. I love spending the seasons growing, learning and working with Kendall and Finn and am looking forward to another epic year on the farm!”
2023 CREW
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Jacquelyn Kim
FAVORITE VEGGIES:
BEETS, CUCUMBERS, & BOK CHOY -
Lil Downey
FAVORITE VEGGIES:
BROCCOLI & LITTLE DIRTY CARROTS -
Mel Mount
FAVORITE VEGGIES:
LEMON SQUASH & BEETS -
Philip Dimeglio
FAVORITE VEGGIES:
BEETS