Helping Families Flourish for Over 100 Years
Our eco-friendly farm story begins over 100 years ago in 1899 with the Buehler family farm on the Spring River in Mount Vernon, Missouri, nestled in the heart of the Ozarks. Elder Farms is established these days as a leading organic elderberry farm in Missouri, but the love we inherited for this little plot of land started growing generations ago, when our family developed a small dairy production and row crops using traditional farming methods. After four generations of Buehlers, we – David and Ann – made the decision to embrace eco-friendly farming methods and diversify our crop base with specialty farming to raise American elderberries and other therapeutic crops such as cannabis (hemp).
Our Farm is now USDA Certified Organic
We have proudly stepped into our next chapter as Elder Farms. Here, you’ll find a team collectively committed to growing and producing the highest quality plant-based wellness products that empower bodies to heal and flourish all while making a positive impact on the environment.
Meet The Elder Farms Team
DAVID (DAVE) BUEHLER
Owner & Farmer
Dave is the rock of Elder Farms. He problem solves, teaches young people eco-friendly farming methods and is the man with the vision. He has an infectious laugh, is always ready to try something new and brings the energy of a man half his age. Dave is passionate about specialty farming and growing crops that promote people’s health, and he enjoys educating others on the importance of knowing where their food comes from.
AIMEE HERNDON
Farm Hand & Production Assistant
Aimee is always happy to lend a helping hand. She performs a variety of tasks that change day-to-day and season-to-season like planting new elderberry fields or assisting with production. Her love for working outdoors, plants and holistic health brought her to the farm. Outside of work, she enjoys creating art, caring for her plants and animals, exploring the outdoors and seeing live music and dance.
DAVID DUNCAN
Farm Manager
David serves as the Farm Manager at Elder Farms, where he combines hands-on agricultural experience with strong technical and creative skills. He oversees all aspects of farm operations, from planning and maintaining American elderberry fields to managing harvests, coordinating production schedules, and keeping equipment and infrastructure in top condition.
Beyond the field, David manages much of the farm’s office administration, digital organization, and communications. His computer and media expertise play a key role in streamlining workflows, maintaining records, and producing engaging photo and video content that highlights Elder Farms’ mission and operations.