Farming for the Next Generation

As Told by Colby Ferguson

In May 2010, the Campbell Soup Company, the FFA and local volunteers restored the Just Wait And See Farm barn.

"The barn was built in 1856 and used as a traditional bank barn with hay and grain stores on the upper level and cows and horses kept on the lower. The current owners bought the farm about 1 1/2 years ago and changed it over to a beef and calf operation, using the land primarily for pasture, hay, and corn.

Restoring this barn that is located in a very traditional farming community has brought an already strong community together for a common cause. A well-kept farm and attractive neighborhoods are important. Supporting and helping to sustain agriculture, especially farming and open space, is a priority of the local government and Office of Economic Development. Restoring this barn has helped preserve it for the next generation.

Doing this project also provided an opportunity for other family members and members of several FFA chapters, FFA Alumni affiliates, Lions Clubs, Ruritan Clubs, and other community organizations to come together for fellowship and to work for a common cause."

The Just Wait and See Farm is associated with Linganore FFA and the alumni.