I grew up in Virginia on our family farm, when liberty and freedom was enjoyed by my parents and seven siblings. Family was the glue that made it all work. Everyone was physically involved at an early age. The farm of 350 acres was planted in vegetables and stocked with animals for food and power. Family member’s dedication, inspiration, respect for each other and for our neighbors was expected and given.
In 1963 a call came from Bill Long, a Virginia Farm childhood neighbor. He suggested we come to Florida, buy some sand land and grow pickling cucumbers. My wife, our three children and I came to Zellwood and started on 35 acres. Today pickles are still our main crop, along with cabbage, sweet corn and a few other minor crops. Long and Scott Farms was established in 1963 and today is managed by Frank D. Scott III on almost 1,200 acres and pledged to produce and help feed this great country.
Frank D. Scott Jr.
Founder and Chairman of the Board
Long & Scott Farms
What a wonderful and rich history! Thank you for sharing the beginnings of this amazing farm.
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