Cultivating change in Autaugaville

Welcome to the heart of our mission at LD Carroll Family Farms Foundation. Here, we share the story of our impact, the milestones we've reached, and the positive change we're cultivating in the Autaugaville community. We're committed to nurturing growth and opportunity for generations to come.

A ripple effect of good!

We empower individuals and families to thrive through sustainable agriculture and community development. LD Family Farms wants to strengthen community ties through workshops, collaboration with local organizations and schools, and shared volunteer opportunities, creating local resilience and engagement. In summary, cultivating a better tomorrow through a nonprofit farming program initiates a broad and lasting ripple of positive changes - nourishing people, supporting livelihoods, and nurturing the environment far beyond the farm gate!

Milestones of growth

Assessment and Planning: Evaluate the land's soil type, topography, drainage, and existing vegetation. Local regulations and permits are checked, and a clearing plan is made.

Clearing and Weeding: Remove unwanted vegetation like trees, shrubs, weeds, and debris using appropriate methods such as forestry mulching or manual clearing. This phase also involves removing stumps and rocks that can hinder farming.

Soil Preparation: After clearing, the land is further prepared by removing roots and large debris left over, breaking up compacted soil by plowing or tilling, and improving soil fertility through testing and possible amendments.

Leveling and Drainage: The land is leveled to prevent erosion, facilitate irrigation, and ensure uniform crop growth. Proper drainage systems are installed to prevent waterlogging.

Final Preparation: This includes harrowing to break soil into finer particles, ridge or mound creation depending on the crop, pre-irrigation to moisten the soil, and applying fertilizers or soil conditioners as needed before planting.

Our Farming History

It's A Family Affair

Historically, family farms have been the backbone of rural economies and communities, sustaining livelihoods through multi-generational land ownership and practices passed down through families. Family farms have evolved from small subsistence operations to more diversified and sometimes industrialized enterprises while maintaining a close link between family life and farm management.

Our Family Farming Story

Farming runs deep in our family’s roots—a tradition lovingly instilled in us by our father. From an early age, he taught us the value of hard work, respect for the land, and the profound satisfaction that comes from nurturing life from soil to harvest. His wisdom and passion for sustainable farming methods sparked a lifelong commitment in us to carry forward his legacy. Starting this farming company was not just a business decision, but a heartfelt continuation of the lessons and values our father passed down. His belief in the importance of community, environmental stewardship, and dedication to quality produce shapes everything we do. Through every seed planted and every crop harvested, we honor his memory by fostering growth that benefits our family, community, and the earth itself. This foundation is our way of living out the principles he taught us, preserving his impact for future generations while building a sustainable future of our own.

Our Future Farming Family

Succession planning is key for securing the future of family farms, involving early and fair transfer of assets, leadership roles, and farming knowledge within families. Building trusted advisory teams and fostering unity can help overcome succession challenges. Economic pressures and reluctance of youth to inherit farms due to financial burdens also threaten family farm continuity