Barstow's Longview Farm

Hadley, MA

400 acres

475 cows

Sustainable Systems

Longview Farm has been in the Barstow family since 1806 and the sixth and seventh generations now in charge are doing everything they can to continue this long run far into the future. Brothers David and Steven and his children, Steven II (who is now a partner), along with Kelly and Shannon, all work together on the farm and at the on-site Barstow's Dairy Store and Bakery. “I really like working toward something that’s helping my family sustain this land and our community,” Kelly says.

Farm Stand

Green Pasture Award Winner

Renewable Energy

Specialty Foods

Tours

For more than two centuries, Barstows have farmed in Hadley.

Shannon Barstow matched her passion for food with creating an on-farm bakery and store.

Delicious Diversity

With diversified revenue streams, robotic milking machines and an anaerobic digester the produces enough power to supply electricity to 250 homes, the family is simultaneously building a sustainable farm and a sustainable business. From prize-winning pie recipes, to chili made with the farm’s own beef, to their popular sweet corn stand, Barstow’s is a destination for good eats as well as tours of their operation. The farm draws everyone from local grade-schoolers to veterinary students and the Barstows really enjoy sharing their approach with all.

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Local veterinary students often tour the farm.

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The farm has won many awards for sustainability.

You help the local community and they help you. It’s all part of being a good neighbor.

- STEVEN BARSTOW, II

Visit the Barstow’s Longview Farm to learn more about their farm family business and enjoy specialty products that you can purchase and bring home to friends and family.

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Barstow's Longview Farm

Hadley, MA