The Heart Behind Pyburn Farm
We didn’t grow up farming… but farming was always waiting on us.
Pyburn Farm started with a simple idea: what if we went back?
Back to the land, back to something real, back to something we could build with our own hands—and pass on to our kids.
What began as conversations turned into weekend trips, then long drives, then a whole lot of learning, dreaming, and planning. Somewhere along the way, we realized this wasn’t just an idea—it was a calling.
We’re building Pyburn Farm to grow clean, honest food for our community. The kind you can feel good about feeding your family. The kind that brings people together—whether that’s around a dinner table, at a farm event, or out in the fields picking your own produce.
We’re not just growing crops—we’re growing connection.
To the land. To our community. And to something bigger than ourselves.
Our Roots
Pyburn Farm isn’t new land—it’s family land.
Our story begins with our maternal great-grandfather, Charlie Brunson, who began acquiring this land in the early 1900s in Mayesville, South Carolina. What he built was more than a farm—it was a foundation. One that would be passed down through generations of hard work, stewardship, and pride.
His son, Robert Brunson Sr., expanded the land and the operation, raising crops like cotton, tobacco, corn, and fruit, while also managing livestock and supporting the surrounding farming community. The farm was once a thriving, multi-generational operation—complete with its own equipment, livestock, and even a gas station serving local farmers.
Over time, like many family farms, the land transitioned from active farming to being leased out. Life carried our branch of the family far from Mayesville, and for years, the land remained part of our story—but not part of our daily lives.
After the passing of our parents, we became fourth-generation stewards of this land. And while we didn’t grow up working these fields, we grew up with something just as important: an understanding of what this land meant.
Years later, as adults with families of our own, we found ourselves coming back—walking the property, sharing it with our children, and realizing that this wasn’t just where we came from…
It was something we were meant to continue.
Carrying It Forward
Today, Pyburn Farm is our way of honoring that legacy—not just as landowners, but as farmers.
We’re building a diversified farm focused on fresh produce, pasture-raised livestock, and hands-on experiences that bring people closer to their food. From our future orchard and market garden to our U-Pick fields and farm events, everything we do is rooted in care—for the land, for our animals, and for our community.
We believe farming should be sustainable, transparent, and human. That means using practices that build soil health, raising animals with respect, and creating a space where people feel welcome to learn, gather, and reconnect.
We’re also committed to doing our part—however small—to make fresh, high-quality food more accessible to the community around us.
This is just the beginning for Pyburn Farm. We’re learning as we go, growing season by season, and building something that we hope will last for generations to come.
Pyburn Farm is more than a business.
It’s a return. A responsibility. And a new beginning.
We’re glad you’re here.
Contact Pyburn Farm
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our story and the legacy behind Pyburn Farm. We’re honored to share this journey with you.
If you have questions about our farm, our products, upcoming offerings, or opportunities to connect, we welcome you to reach out. Whether you’re a customer, partner, or neighbor, we value every opportunity to engage with our community.
General Inquiries
For questions, updates, or additional information, please contact us and a member of our team will respond as soon as possible.
Partnerships & Collaborations
We welcome inquiries from local restaurants, food co-ops, and organizations interested in sourcing from or working with Pyburn Farm.
Farm Location & Visits
Pyburn Farm is located in Mayesville, South Carolina. As we prepare for our opening season, details regarding on-farm visits, events, and U-Pick opportunities will be shared in the near future.