Caney Fork Farmers

AJ van der Zwan

Field Crop & Compost Lead

AJ grew up in New York City and discovered his passion for agriculture while studying Economics at Pace University. After helping manage his aunt's business in Houston, TX, he decided to pursue a career in regenerative farming.

Before joining Caney Fork Farms, AJ apprenticed at Living Roots Farms in Southern Indiana, where he deepened his knowledge of regenerative farming and learned successful market gardening techniques. Currently, AJ is working to become a certified soil health consultant through the Soil Food Web School. He has developed a specific interest in maximizing yield through positive soil health principles. At Caney Fork Farms, AJ aims to contribute to proving the viability of regenerative agriculture and being a good steward of the land.