Name

Apricot Lane Farms

Legal name

Apricot Lane Farms

Website

https://apricotlanefarms.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regenerative organic and biodynamic farm products

NAICS

Fruit and Tree Nut Farming (1113), Animal Production and Aquaculture (112)

SIC

Agricultural Production-Crops (100), Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Organic Produce & Farm Market Retail (CRAHAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Farmers’ Markets & Farm Stands (Fresh Food) (CRAHAHAE)

Keywords

• Regenerative agriculture
• Organic biodynamic farming
• Pasture raised meats
• Specialty avocado varieties
• Farm tours agritourism

Headquarters

HQ city

Moorpark

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. E-commerce Product Sales: Direct-to-consumer online sales of avocados, honey lemonade, pasture-raised meat boxes (pork, Wagyu beef), extra virgin avocado oil, olive oil, and branded merchandise including clothing, books, and documentary merchandise. Products ship nationwide from the farm in 100% recycled materials.
2. Farmers Markets: Direct sales at local farmers markets including Santa Monica (Wednesdays), Thousand Oaks (Thursdays), and Santa Clarita (Sundays), offering certified organic and Biodynamic produce, pasture-raised meats, and eggs.
3. On-Farm Farmstand: Seasonal farmstand open February to October offering the widest variety of food products including certified organic and Biodynamic fruits, vegetables, herbs, grass-fed beef, pork and lamb, pastured eggs, and post-harvest goods.
4. Farm Tours & Events: Revenue from guided farm tours ($60/person on Saturdays), family farm tours, private tours ($100-$250/person depending on group size), field trips ($25/student), private events, workshops including sound baths, books & bagels storytime, and family Fridays.
5. Documentary & Licensing: Sales of The Biggest Little Farm documentary on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital formats. The film was shortlisted for an Academy Award in 2020 and available on major streaming platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Apricot Lane Farms is a 234-acre Certified Organic and Certified Biodynamic regenerative farm in Moorpark, California that sells regeneratively grown produce (notably Hass and the exclusive Gelado avocado), pasture-raised heritage pork and Akaushi Wagyu beef boxes, cold-pressed extra virgin avocado and olive oils, Honey Lemonade beverages, an Acure co-branded avocado-oil beauty line, branded merchandise, and the Academy Award-shortlisted documentary 'The Biggest Little Farm.' The farm supplements these food and product sales with seasonal guided farm tours, school field trips, and private event hosting.

Product overview

Apricot Lane Farms operates as a regenerative organic and Biodynamic farm offering food products, merchandise, and experiential services. Food products include regeneratively grown avocados (Hass and exclusive Gelado varieties), pasture-raised meats (Wagyu beef, heritage pork boxes), Honey Lemonade beverages, and certified Biodynamic Extra Virgin Avocado Oil. The beauty line (Acure x ALF Farm Collection) features avocado oil-based personal care products. Merchandise includes The Biggest Little Farm documentary, apparel, and the Saving Emma children's book. The farm also offers experiential services including seasonal farm tours, field trips for students, and private events. The portfolio is unified by the farm's regenerative agriculture mission and connection to The Biggest Little Farm documentary.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GELADO™ Avocado Exclusive seasonal avocado variety discovered and trademarked at Apricot Lane Farms — a hybrid between Nabal and another mystery variety — with an incredibly rich, buttery flavor and ultra-creamy texture. Available for a few weeks during summer in small (3 lb) and standard (5 lb) boxes.
• Regenerative Hass Avocado Box Certified Biodynamic Hass avocados, nutrient-rich and ultra-creamy. Available in small (3 lb) and standard (5 lb) boxes with bi-weekly and monthly subscription options. Harvested to order and shipped directly from the farm.
• The Regenerative Sausage & Bacon Box Heritage breed pork breakfast box raised on pasture with fermented organic grains (no soy). Approximately 10–12 lbs including breakfast sausage, hot Italian sausage, bacon, and ground pork; ships frozen with insulated packaging and cold packs.
• The Regenerative Pork Grilling Box Premium-cut barbecue-focused pork box from heritage breed pigs raised within a regenerative system. Approximately 12–13 lbs including bone-in pork chops, boneless pork chops, hot Italian sausage links, and ground pork; ships frozen.
• The Regenerative Wagyu Box Premium cuts from 100% grass-fed and finished Akaushi Wagyu cattle raised on pasture within a regenerative system. Approximately 10–11 lbs including rib steak, sirloin tip steak, shank, and ground beef; ships frozen.
• Honey Lemonade Variety 12-Pack Variety 12-pack featuring Orange Blossom, Pixie Mandarin, and Moro Blood Orange Honey Lemonade flavors. Made with Certified Biodynamic & Organic Lisbon lemons and local raw Pacifica Orange Blossom Honey. Ships free within the continental U.S.
• Regenerative Extra Virgin Avocado Oil Unrefined avocado oil cold-pressed from 100% Biodynamic Hass avocados. Small-batch, locally pressed in Southern California, certified organic by CCOF and Biodynamic by Demeter; 400°F smoke point with rich, buttery flavor and smoky and grassy undertones. 375 ml / 12.6 oz bottle.
• Certified Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Certified Organic extra virgin olive oil produced at Apricot Lane Farms, available via the farm's e-commerce shop and as part of the Organic Avocado + Olive Oil Bundle.
• Acure x ALF: The Farm Collection (Beauty Products) Beauty collection co-developed with Acure, including bar soaps (oatmeal, lavender, peppermint), body lotion, body wash oil, hand wash, salt body scrub, and sugar body scrub made with farm avocado oil and farm-inspired ingredients.
• The Biggest Little Farm Documentary (Blu-ray/DVD) Physical and digital edition of the John Chester-directed documentary chronicling the farm's transformation of depleted farmland into a thriving regenerative ecosystem; signed copies signed by John and Molly Chester.
• Farm Clothing & Apparel Organic cotton apparel line including crewneck sweatshirts, fleece pullover hoodies, t-shirts (unisex, women's, kids' sizes), and hats featuring the ALF tractor logo, plus Patagonia collaboration co-branded hoodies.
• Saving Emma the Pig (Children's Book) 40-page hardcover children's book by farmer and author John Chester about Emma the pig and her piglets.
• Farm Tours Seasonal guided tours of Apricot Lane Farms offered on Saturdays at 9 AM and 1 PM, February through October. Tours visit the Fertility Center, Fruit Basket orchard, pastures, market garden, and Wildlife Habitat Ponds. Includes Family Farm Tours and Private Tours priced from $60 to $250 per person depending on group size.
• School Field Trips Two-hour educational outdoor sessions for students in grades 3–12 exploring how food is grown and how regenerative farming nurtures ecosystems. Sessions include guided walking tours and hands-on activities focused on living soil, native habitat, and biodiversity. Priced at $25 per student for groups up to 50 students.
• Private Events & Dinners Private event hosting at the farm including engagement parties, bridal and baby showers, company offsites, team-building events, and private dinners. Multiple venue options including the garden lawn, barn, gazebo, and combination spaces accommodating 50 to 300 guests.

Quantifiable outcome

• 250,000 Red Wiggler Worms in vermicompost system
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rodale InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Rodale Institute to develop The Biggest Little Farm Curriculum - a free educational tool for 3-12 grade teachers in development. This aligns with Apricot Lane Farms' mission to educate about regenerative agriculture and ecosystem stewardship.
• American Farmland TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with American Farmland Trust for development of educational curriculum based on The Biggest Little Farm documentary, aimed at teaching students about sustainable agriculture and farmland preservation.
• EatalyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium Italian grocery retailer carrying Apricot Lane Farms products; product distribution through Eataly retail locations.
• PatagoniaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaborative merchandise partnership producing Patagonia+ALF co-branded hoodies for men and women; organic cotton/poly fleece with farm tractor logo.
• AcureminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAcure x Apricot Lane Farms Farm Collection - beauty products including bar soaps, body lotion, body wash, hand wash, and body scrubs made with farm avocado oil and farm-inspired ingredients.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture: Regenerative farm in Pocantico Hills, New York with an on-site restaurant (Blue Hill), educational programs, and farm tours. Comparable as a diversified regenerative operation that monetizes food, education, and experiences in a similar way to Apricot Lane Farms.
• Polyface Farm: Family-owned regenerative farm in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley known for pasture-based livestock, on-farm sales, and a strong educational/brand presence built around Joel Salatin. Highly comparable as a multi-species regenerative operation with farm tours and direct-to-consumer sales.
• Force of Nature Meats: Regenerative meat brand aggregating supply from family ranches across the U.S. and selling pasture-raised, force-of-nature-labeled cuts via DTC and select retailers. Comparable to Apricot Lane's regenerative, certified-humane meat positioning and DTC subscription model.
• Marin Sun Farms: Northern California pasture-based meat company sourcing from family ranches and selling 100% grass-fed beef, lamb, and poultry direct to consumers and chefs. Comparable to Apricot Lane's California-based regenerative livestock program and chef/retail channel mix.
• White Oak Pastures: Regenerative, multi-species farm in Georgia raising cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, and rabbits on pasture, with on-farm dining, tours, and a national e-commerce store for meats. Closely comparable to Apricot Lane's integrated livestock, regenerative-certification, and agritourism model.
• Alderspring Ranch: Idaho-based regenerative ranch raising grass-finished beef on pasture, selling nationwide via e-commerce with subscription boxes and direct ranch-to-door shipping. Comparable to Apricot Lane's regenerative meat-box DTC model and mission-driven storytelling.

Emerging players

• Primal Pastures: Southern California regenerative, pasture-raised meat company selling chicken, beef, and pork via DTC subscriptions and farmers markets with a strong storytelling brand. Comparable as a smaller, regional regenerative-meat DTC operator competing for the same California consumer.

Broad incumbents

• Niman Ranch: Large, established sustainably-raised meat brand (owned by Perdue Premium Meat Company) selling pork, beef, and lamb through national retail and foodservice. Comparable as a broader incumbent competing for the same pasture-raised / Certified Humane shelf and shopper.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/apricotlanefarms
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Compliance4 records

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Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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