Located in the serene landscapes of Ashland, Alabama, Skeeter’s Ridge Farm embodies the spirit of modern homesteading, blending traditional farming with sustainable living. Founded in the spring of 2020 by a couple transitioning from city life to the countryside, the farm has quickly evolved from a simple dream into a thriving small homestead.

From City Life to Farm Living: With no prior experience in farming or homesteading, the founders of Skeeter’s Ridge Farm embarked on their journey with a vision to create a self-sustaining lifestyle. Starting with the rescue of a newborn calf and the adoption of a few chickens and dairy goats, they have expanded their farm to include 16 Nigerian Dwarf goats, producing a plentiful supply of milk daily.

Diverse Farm Operations: Skeeter’s Ridge Farm is not only about livestock. It boasts a vibrant vegetable garden cared for daily during the summer months, growing everything from sweet peppers to super hot varieties, alongside tomatoes, squash, zucchini, beans, peas, corn, melons, and luffahs. The farm also manages an apiary, contributing to local biodiversity through honey bee cultivation.

Artisanal Products and More:

• Goat Milk Products: Utilizing fresh goat milk, the farm crafts high-quality goat milk soap, shave soap, body butter, lip balm, and beard oil. They are also exploring cheese-making.
• Garden Produce and Preserves: Skeeter’s Ridge produces a variety of pickles, salsas, hot sauces, spicy salts, and jams, all crafted from their garden produce and sold at local farmer’s markets.
• Eggs and More: The farm offers fresh, free-range chicken eggs and a selection of branded merchandise like t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and koozies at craft shows.

Community Engagement and Future Plans: Skeeter’s Ridge Farm is active in their local community, sharing their journey and products at farmer’s markets and through an upcoming website that will announce events and product availability.

Visit Skeeter’s Ridge Farm to experience the authenticity of homestead living and enjoy the plethora of natural products crafted with care from this charming Alabama farm. Whether you’re looking for fresh farm produce, unique handmade goods, or just a taste of rural life, Skeeter’s Ridge offers an inspiring example of what dedication, learning, and community spirit can achieve on a modern homestead.