Scherf Farms About Us

SCHERF FARMS is located near Michigan City,
Indiana in LaPorte County. The Dittmer Farm sat
on this 100 acres for many years until the
homestead and acreage were separated and sold
off some 30 plus years ago. We were fortunate
enough to have one the Dittmers still living next
to the homestead. We were told many stories of
the history of the farm. The Dittmer Farm was a
typical example of sustainable farming, growing
much of the food they needed and selling the
remainder. SCHERF FARMS is a revival of sorts of
the Dittmer Farm. After lying dormant for many
years, the homestead and original farm acreage
have been reunited. The pastures and fields are
being restored to the natural lush pastures of
years gone by. The farm is being repopulated
with cows, chickens and pigs. New crops of hay
and corn have once again come to the newly
revived land. We believe raising animals on green
pastures with plenty of room for excercise is the
best way to keep animals healthy and happy.
Raising animals on pasture does involve a little
more work than confined feeding systems, but
we feel the peace of mind and more importantly
the end result is worth it. Excersise ensures high
quality lean meat and plenty of room allows
animals to grow with minimal stress which allows
for good growth rates. SCHERF FARMS is family
owned and operated by Pete and Rhonda Scherf
along with their children Zachary, Ethan, Noah
and Lu Xi. We look forward to providing you with
the best possible farm fresh meats, produce and
milk.