The Schmidt Family Farm: Then and Now

I recently wrote a piece celebrating the Schmidt family, who have worked the same piece of land since the 1800s—a testament to endurance, stewardship, and the deep roots that bind us to the places we call home. Their story is more than a family history; it’s a reminder of how our fields, barns, and backroads carry generations of memories, lessons, and labor.

As I share their legacy here in the Border Queen Harvest Hub, I hope it resonates with others who know what it means to inherit the hopes and hard work of those who came before us. Our rural communities are rich with stories like these—stories held in weathered fence posts, in harvest routines passed down, and in the names carved into gateposts and family Bibles.

I’d love to hear your story, too.
If your family has roots in a farm, ranch, or rural tradition—whether it spans centuries or just a few years—I invite you to share it with me. These histories deserve to be told, preserved, and celebrated.

Please take a moment to read about the legacy of the Schmidt Family Farm here.