Legare Farms, one of the nation’s oldest continuously operating farms, marked its 300th year in 2025 on Johns Island, South Carolina. Established in 1725 by Solomon Legare along the Stono River, the 300-acre family property has transitioned through indigo, sea island cotton, potatoes, cattle, and hogs to modern vegetables, beef, and heritage breeds.​
Family Legacy
Ninth-generation siblings Thomas, Helen, and Linda Legare manage the farm, evolving from mule plowing to advanced tractors while reviving traditions like hog raising. They emphasize adaptability, shifting from sod and nursery post-2008 recession back to community-focused vegetables.​
Agritourism Offerings
Since 2003, attractions include summer camps, school field trips, an annual pumpkin patch, rent-a-chick program, and a rolling farmers market delivering to neighborhoods. These blend preserve family history with revenue diversification.​
Preservation Efforts
A conservation easement protects the land for future generations, with plans to pass it to Linda’s daughter Sarah, maintaining the farm’s role in Lowcountry agriculture and culture.
