At first glance, not much has changed at Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy in Upper Township. The sheep still graze in the pastures, the same staff as years prior still milk them twice a day, and the farm store still stocks creamy yogurts and artisan cheeses.
But one thing did change: the sheep dairy’s name.
Now known as Salt and Clover Sheep Farm, the new name is “a nod to the land we love and the animals we care for — a fresh identity grounded in the same heart and heritage,” the farm said in a Facebook post, announcing the rebrand.
“They are just adding some kids activities to the farm. They were just trying to bring more business, more excitement, more fun. So we thought of a cute new name that would incorporate all of our new items and sections of the farm,” Morgan Servis, event coordinator at the farm, said.
A year ago, Michelle and Stefan Powell took over ownership and have kept everything from the previous owners, including the staff, lamb camp in the spring, and selling the farm-made dairy products in the store and at farmers markets. Servis said the store is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the weekends.
Now, the Powells have added some more kids activities, including the Clover Kids Zone, a space that will be located in the farm’s front field and dedicated to hands-on animal experiences, outdoor play and family-friendly events.
While the farm itself is geared to any age, the Powells wanted to create a space to involve kids more, so they created the Clover Kids Zone.
“They’re very big on doing things for the kids. So they just wanted a way to get the kids more involved with the farm and so local schools could have field trips there. They just really want to give back to the kids in the community,” Servis said. “There’s not a lot for kids to do other than the beach, so they just wanted an area for the kids to be able to play and have fun and have a safe environment to go to.”
The farm also recently opened its event room, which can host baby showers, birthday parties and more. In order to elevate the event experience, the farm partnered with Tasty Table Catering to offer catering packages. There is also an unoccupied house on the farm that is rentable.
The farm is also hosting some family-friendly events this fall, like a fall festival and trunk-or-treat.
On Saturday, Oct. 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the farm will hold its annual Fall Festival. There will be vendors, music, hayrides with pumpkin picking, face painting, pony rides and crafts. The event isn’t just for kids, though. For the adults, Ludlam Island Brewery will be there, along with other vendors with products like permanent jewelry and bread. Admission is $15 for kids and free for adults. The Trunk or Treat will be held on Oct. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m.
