Who we is and What we does

We are just a little family living on a little bit of land with a coupla critters, some veggies and the community! The Open Door Farm is here to do what no government on earth can do - end hunger, save the planet, cure health care and build community. We believe in locally produced, organic food that is grown in a sustainable manner for both the farmer and the environment.
When we talk about "our" farm we want the community to be part of the "our". While we live on the farm, the food goes to many places. Money is not our motivating factor and as such we make zero profit. All proceeds go to improving the farms infrastructure and maintenance so that we can produce more food to give to both our "customers" and those in need.
Shares that are "sold" on the farm are matched pound for pound by shares that are taken to Catherine's Cupboard Food Pantry of Standish, Maine. Access to healthy organic food is a basic human right and not a privilege reserved for only the wealthy. In fact, one of our goals is to help develop local food security and good health by getting healthy foods into the hands of the disadvantaged.
The Open Door uses only organic and sustainable growing practices. As we develop and learn the rhythm of the land we will modify and experiment with new techniques. We will not certify as "organic" because we feel that the USDA's definition of organic is a little ambiguous - in short, a marketing gimmick. The farm is open for folks to come and visit any time so that rather relying on someone else to tell you that your food is organic, you can come see for yourself.
In short, we want you to come play in the dirt, eat from the garden, and share time together with us!

Here's to happy growing!