12/12/2025
Since 2022, our small farm has faced vandalism, threats, and a lawsuit tied to ongoing property disputes aimed at shutting us down—even though we are in RR-2 zoning that supports small agriculture. We’ve been reported for multiple code violations, including our greenhouses, farmstand, water tank, and water pump. The lawsuit even requested the right to spray herbicides across the easement that goes through our property, which would mean spraying directly onto our crops, and to cut into our USDA-supported pollinator hedgerow—putting both our produce and vital pollinators at risk.
We’ve spent tens of thousands of dollars defending our property rights and our right to farm, and the stress has been overwhelming. Nye Ranch has been a farm since 1870. Today, we grow fresh, regenerative produce for local families, restaurants, schools, and the food bank.
When my older brother Kyle and his partner Mel began this family project, they built a successful, ethical, and sustainable farm rooted in love for the land. Continuing that legacy has been my greatest honor, which is why it’s so hard to face efforts meant to undermine what we do, especially in a time when small farms already struggle to stay financially sustainable.
Still, our intention has always been clear, and we remain committed to our work. As we grow and evolve, expanding the ways we serve our community brings us real joy. This is a time to stand together and make our cause known: We are here to stay. We will not allow those who wish to impede our relationship with the land and community to hold us back.
That said, we have to be honest. We could really use some help.
We cannot thank our community enough. We’ve come this far because of all the big and small ways you’ve shown up for us. It’s a relationship we are endlessly grateful for.
If you feel called to support our farm and help us with the ongoing legal costs we’ve incurred, please follow the link below.
https://gofund.me/c13a9e8f6
Together, we can keep small family farms alive. 💙
Thank you
