Rabbit Run Farm was established in 2026 by Sofia Dobner-Pereira and Derek Mullaney. We grow a 1/2 acre of vegetables and flowers on 45 acres in Worthington, MA. Our farm is focused on the future. We utilize no till techniques that are better for the planet and create resilient farms that are essential for strong local food economies.
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Farming by hand to minimize soil disturbance and fossil fuel dependence.
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Using hand-tools and efficient systems to maintain a high level of productivity.
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Never using pesticides or synthetic fertilizer
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Cover cropping and adding compost to our fields to increase soil fertility and reduce erosion
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Minimizing the use of plastic on our farm , specifically we never use single use plastic mulch commonly found on organic farms
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Prioritizing the health and happiness of farm workers, striving for work life balance and living wages ​​​
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Key Practices:
Why No-Till?
There are many reasons we choose to use no-till practices. First and foremost it is better for the environment. Tilling soil releases stored carbon dioxide into the environment and degrades the quality of our precious farmable soils.
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Our farming techniques increase soil aggregates building a strong soil structure. This reduces erosion and improves the soil's natural ability to retain water. It also improves the microbial life in the soil leading to healthier more resilient plants. These benfits helps us as we navigate farming through extreme weather due to climate change.
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As a practical bonus, no till requires less mechanized work. As beginning farmers we do not have to invest in heavy machinery. Day to day we are able to enjoy a safer work place with less exposure to pollutants.
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No-till is a more labor intensive system than mechanized farming. We focus on efficient and productive systems. We grow on small acreage with a focus on growing as much food as possible in that space.
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