About the Owners of Francis Drive Farm,
Jesse and Ashley
Sourdough Breads and Cookies
Freshly Picked Lettuces and Seasonal Vegetables
Jesse and Ashley Caron have lived on the Francis Drive Farm in Bethany, Connecticut for over 10 years. Jesse has always been an avid gardener. Around 4 years ago, he took it to a new level. He plowed up the entire yard, front and back and began growing more and more vegetables and flowers. He now has more than enough to share with his friends and neighbors.
Farm Fresh Produce and Sourdough bread and bagels are available weekly. If you want to shop in person, our farm stand is located at 37 Francis Dr, Bethany, CT on Saturdays from 10 am-2 pm. Our bagels are the most popular! We are also offering the option to pre-order online for pickup or delivery.
Practices of Our Small-Scale Farm
Organic Practices on a Micro-Farm:
- Organic farming techniques emphazing sustainable and regenerative practices
- Build soil health, minimize environmental impact
- Produce healthy crops without synthetic imputs
- Intensive Planting
- Efficient use of space
- Adaptability and innovation
Key elements include:
- Crop rotation
- Cover cropping
- Composting
- Organic fertilizers
- Soil health Management
- Building Biodiversity
- No synthetic inputs
Sourdough Micro Bakery
Ashley is a talented cook and baker. In an effort to feed her family of 3 only the best, she learned the nutritional benefits of sour dough bread. She and Jesse now offer a wide variety of home baked sourdough goods including loaf bread, artisan bread, bagels, muffins and her world famous chocolate chip pecan cookies.
He and Ashley invite you to come visit their Micro Farm and Sourdough Bakery and pick up some healthy produce and bakery items for your family. Open Saturdays from 10am – 2pm
Micro Farming and Sourdough Baking Creates a Farm-to-Table Experience!
Our labor of love now offers farm fresh produce and sourdough bread for sale. We strive to foster a sense of community by selling directly to customers at our Farm Market at 27 Francis Drive, Bethany, Connecticut.
Micro Farming:
- Intensive Land Use: Our micro farm utilizes our plot of land efficiently to maximize yeilds.
- Sustainable Practices: We employ techniques like crop rotation, companion planting, and minimal or no chemical inputs.
- Diversified Production: Our micro farm grows a variety of crops, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, and raise chickens for eggs.
- Community Connections:
Highlights the importance of active participation and involvement of local residents in the benefits of a micro farm.
Sourdough Micro Bakery:
- Homemade Sourdough Bagels: Sourdough bagels are savory, chewy, crusty, and deliciously tangy. They are an amazing way to start your morning or to enjoy for a yummy brunch. Compared to regular bagels, sourdough bagels are a healthier option. Lower in gluten making them easier to digest, lower glycemic index, and more nutritious.
- Artisan Bread: Our bakery specializes in naturallt leavened bread, using a sourdough starter instead of commercial yeast.
- Wholesome Products: We strive to create bread and other baked goods that are both delicious and beneficial for gut health, without preservatives.
