Living Prairie Family Farms

Living Prairie Farms is a USDA-certified organic farm and value-added food producer based in Wolcott, Indiana, operating on just over 4,000 acres of certified organic farmland. Founded by Jason Federer and his family, the operation began its transition to organic agriculture in 2014, driven by a commitment to soil health, family wellness, and responsible land stewardship in the heart of the American Midwest. The farm grows a diverse range of crops including sunflowers, soybeans, barley, wheat, heirloom popcorn varieties, and other broadleaf and grass crops, employing advanced regenerative practices such as cover cropping, multi-year crop rotation, and crop diversity to maintain and improve soil health year over year. Some fields do not see the same crop for up to five years, reflecting the depth of their agronomic commitment. All land in production is USDA certified organic, and all products are processed in an inspected facility in Wolcott, Indiana, ensuring full traceability and compliance for B2B buyers. Living Prairie Farms produces and supplies several distinct product lines for food manufacturers, CPG brands, and ingredient buyers. Their high oleic sunflower oil is expeller pressed and cold pressed on-site from certified organic sunflower seeds, preserving freshness and nutritional integrity. The oil is available by IBC tote, making it suitable for commercial food production, salad dressing formulation, and even skincare applications. A sunflower meal byproduct is also available for food or feed use, offering upcycling opportunities for brands with sustainability mandates. Their sprouted grain program includes sprouted wheat and barley, processed through a multi-day soaking, germination, drying, and milling process that results in flour with higher nutrient availability and a deeper, more complex flavor profile compared to conventional flour. Sprouted wheat and barley kernels are available for brands seeking to mill in-house, and the company is open to custom crop planning for buyers with specific grain needs. Heirloom popcorn is another key offering, available in two heritage varieties: Pennsylvania Dutch Butter and Dakota Black. These varieties appeal to health-conscious consumers and premium snack brands due to their high fiber content, antioxidant levels, and robust flavor profiles that differentiate them from standard commodity yellow popcorn. Living Prairie Farms positions itself as a flexible, relationship-driven supplier willing to adjust field plans and crop selections to accommodate B2B customer requirements. The company's integrated farm-to-ingredient model, combining certified organic production with on-site processing, makes it a compelling source for food manufacturers seeking clean-label, traceable, and certified organic agricultural ingredients.