Say hello toThe Crew
Lisa
Owner, OperatorLandscape architect gone organic farmer, Lisa is a visionary through and through. Inspired by a childhood love of “Little House on the Prairie,” she dreamed up Cold Frame Farm and talked her husband into building it into a reality. You will almost always find her somewhere on the farm tending to crops, talking to visitors, or taking care of her animals.
Emma
Farm ManagerHer warm and happy spirit keeps the whole crew smiling. She knows the transplant schedule by heart and can run the farm store with a hand tied behind her back. Ask her how to prepare a vegetable, and she’ll rattle off plant-based recipes in a heartbeat. She’s a devoted big sister and enjoys foraging for medicinal plants and studying herbalism.
Ben
FARM crewOne of the hardest workers you’ll ever meet, you’d be hard-pressed to find Ben ever taking a break on the job. With a background in international relations, he joined our crew back in 2019. He is passionate about sustainability and land preservation and is currently studying agroforestry through the University of Missouri. When he’s not farming, he enjoys working in his garden, fishing, or going for a long walk.
LAuren
farm crewLauren came to the farm with one goal: to learn. She has a background in health sciences and is passionate about growing organic produce that is good for the environment and for you. Lauren is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting with the hopes of becoming a CPA. When she’s not at work or school, you can find her hanging out in her garden with her dogs, Sadie and Stewart, right behind her.
Levi
The companionLisa’s loyal shadow, Levi was an energetic Wirehaired Fox Terrier and the unofficial farm mascot. Sadly, Levi passed away this year. His presence is greatly missed, but he will always be remembered as our farm companion.
Jasmine
The DivaThis girl knows she's beautiful and isn’t afraid to strut her stuff. When the farm store is open, you can usually find her snoozing in a basket on the counter, awaiting head scratches from her many admirers.
Ink
The #girlbossShe’s the boss of the kitty crew. In cold winter months, she’s not afraid to push and shove her way to the best spot in front of the heater. But don’t let her sass fool you—she’s a lover at heart.
Emmy
The sweetheartThe quietest of the bunch, she happily chases barn mice and naps in the hoop houses. Every now and then, she graces us with her presence and purrs a hello.