Sunbeam Family Farm
Farmer
About
Our certified organic vegetable farm is located in Alexandria, Ohio and has been family owned and operated since 2011. At Sunbeam, Mother Nature is the boss! That’s why we follow her lead. As farmers, we are deeply invested in the health of our vegetables, living in harmony with nature’s seasons and cycles. The best way to keep plants healthy is to follow nature’s lead. We take pride in the fact that our efforts to improve soil quality and health are reflected in the flavor and nutrition of the produce we offer. By using minimal tillage, organic compost, plant-based organic fertilizers, organic weed and insect control, cover crops and crop rotations, Sunbeam has developed rich soils to grow our vegetables. The results? Vegetables that look and taste like Mother Nature intended-fresh, bold flavored and delicious with an amazingly long shelf life.
Programs and Partners
Production Practices
We grow 25 different types of organic vegetables, as well as strawberries and watermelons. Our goal is to provide the community with vegetables that look and taste like nature intended — fresh, bold-flavored and delicious with an amazingly long shelf-life! Interested in wholesale ordering for your restaurant or food business? Get in touch!
Sunbeam is a Certified Organic Farm. Each year we go through a rigorous on-site inspection conducted by OEFFA. After providing detailed data, which includes seed purchase receipts, details about all inputs used, weeding and irrigation practices along with crop rotations/planning, the inspector completes an evaluation. The inspection report then goes to the main office at OEFFA for a final review leading to a rejection or approval. Sunbeam is proud of our inspection results. Past inspections have noted that we are a well-managed farm with healthy growing practices resulting in superior products. Becoming and maintaining a Certified Organic farm takes a lot of work and also a financial commitment funding the inspection process. At Sunbeam, we strongly believe that organic is the only way to go!!
Location
Alexandria, OH
Manager
Chuck & Cynthia Dilbone
Chuck and Cynthia's interest in healthy eating, cooking, and sustainable living played a huge part in the creation of Sunbeam Family Farm.
Cynthia is a retired elementary school teacher, spending 37 rewarding years in the classroom. Her health-conscious lifestyle and extensive knowledge on whole foods and homeopathic medicine helped her make a seamless transition into organic farming. She especially enjoys working the markets as well as the indoor winter market — ask her for new recipe ideas.
Chuck is also a retired educator, serving most of his 39 years in education as a high school principal. During his time with the Granville Schools, he pioneered a school lunch program that featured healthy, fresh, and local food.
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