About Greener Pastures
Self-serve through Fall or contact us for an appointment The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, right? Hence, our farm name of Greener Pastures. We are dedicated to raising livestock that is pasture-based—along with plenty of fresh water and air. We are also striving to raise common sense kids–right alongside our plants and animals! We claim our main farm crop is our kids and anything else is a bonus! Greener Pastures Farm products include: We give our pigs & chickens organic, GMO-free feed. We can’t claim that we are certified organic, however you can bet your bippy that we wouldn’t feed anything to an animal that we wouldn’t eat ourselves! We have a small herd of Boer goats. We are raising them to be brush-eating machines for the overgrown fields on our farm. After the Boer meat goats munch the weeds and brush in the fields and woods, then we send the pigs in to rototill the land, naturally. Our grass fed beef are a result of greener pastures. Animals deserve fresh air and room to roam! We’ve been busy growing our farm since we started! In the past couple of years, we/ve added a sugar shack, commercial kitchen & along with an event venue featuring local music, food, art & people. We offer educational workshops featuring seasonal farm-to-table meals in our high tunnel. We are proud to be producers on Delivered Fresh, a local food delivery service network featuring over 50 local producers. I’ve always wanted to be a farmer. I admired my Grandpa Lewis Seeley for being a farmer his entire life, and ever since I was little, I wanted to be just like him. I grew up around the Milky Way, my family’s sustainable dairy farm and jug milk operation and learned a little about everything on family farming and business. Our family joke is “We are the jacks-of-all-trades and the master-of-none.” And now that dream is coming true. We are raising food for our family and friends. We are raising our kids around plants and animals. Thank goodness for a husband that’s a lot like my dad and grandpa! He can fix just about anything and has the manpower needed on this farm. I taught high schoolers about Horticulture for twelve years in a suburban setting, dreaming about life as a farmer, while concurrently working 20 seasons as a park naturalist. Being a farmer is definitely not a glamorous lifestyle, but to this day, I’ve never met an animal or plant that told me to f— off. I want my children to grow into adults with common sense and the know-how to survive in this crazy world. When I tell people about quitting our “real” jobs to be a farmer, they think I’ve lost my mind…what they don’t realize is that farming is in my blood—it’s this voice in my head telling me, “If you’re lucky enough to find a way of life that you love, you have to find the courage to live it.” My husband, Steve, owns & operates Harris Excavating. Since 1972, Harris Excavating has fulfilled the needs for ponds, driveways, foundations, septics, grading, etc., but he still finds time to devote to our farm! We are also extremely devoted to educating everyone and anyone about our environment. Yes, I’m that person that picks recycling out of the trash. My personal goal is to realize the role that agriculture plays in our environment—and to make sure we are farming sustainably for the future. Be sure to check out our popular educational workshops on our event calendar or our Facebook page! In August 2014, we bought 56 acres of land on Armenia Mountain, which borders 3,000+ acres of DCNR State Forest Troy, PA is a great place to visit! From events at the Troy Sale Barn, to the Troy Fair held annually in late July, the Heritage Festival in mid September, and the Pumpkin Festival held the first weekend of October, there are opportunities galore! Visit the wineries of the Finger Lakes, take a day trip to the Little Grand Canyon near Wellsboro, PA, or watch the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA. Fish, admire the dark skies, snowmobile, ride horses, photograph, pick huckleberries, hunt, hike, fish or bike—there’s something to entertain you! Please check out the Douglas Place on this website Airbnb.com or Contact Us for availability. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be your family farmers–and letting us teach our children how to be sustainable in our environment!
In winter 2016, we erected our first 38′ x 72′ greenhouse, spring fed from our pond. During the winter of 2017, we put up another greenhouse! In 2018, we added a farmstand and high tunnel. We have a wide selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, medicinals, and vegetables to choose from. We don’t use pesticides on our plants, opting for beneficial insects and other biocontrols like nematodes. From container pots, to herb gardens, and bedding plants, using locally-grown plants grown without pesticides is good for your garden, your family and your health.
Land. We are remodeling the house, which we affectionately refer to as “The Douglas Place.” Andrew Douglas settled on this parcel in 1860. His son, Adam, and wife, Belle Douglas then farmed this parcel—in the 1890’s census, they were reported to have 30 sheep and 10 head of cattle. The Douglas Place is available to rent out to adventurers looking to experience all that Armenia Mountain has to offer. Please contact us for rates for weekly or weekend rental information and rates. Reunion? Baby/wedding shower? Weekend adventure/getaway? Want to work on our farm or in our greenhouse? Locally-grown food for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks can be provided for an upcharge.