Our History

 

Veldale Farms was founded in 1966 when Evert Veldhuizen Sr. and his wife Dina began milking seven dairy cows, building the foundation of a family farm rooted in hard work and care for the land. Years later, a devastating tornado tore through Oxford Centre, destroying the entire operation. With resilience, determination, and the support of their community, the family rebuilt and continued forward.​

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The 1990s marked the return of the next generation. Bart joined the farm in 1993, soon going on to pursue further education, followed by Evert Jr. in 1996 after graduating from Ridgetown College, expanding the dairy operation to meet a growing vision. In 2000, Jan joined the business after several years as a mechanic, helping expand custom work and introducing a Dekalb seed dealership, marking the beginning of Veldale’s growth into agri-services.​

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Over the years, the operation continued to evolve with the purchase of an additional dairy, the construction of new barns, and the addition of a modern equipment shop and office. In 2017, Veldale expanded into finishing swine and introduced soil sampling and fertilizer recommendation services to better support customers’ crop input needs.​

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In 2021, the purchase of a research farm further expanded the operation, increasing dairy and crop acres and introducing duck farming. Today, Veldale Farms is proudly operated with the third generation of the Veldhuizen family, continuing a legacy built on perseverance, stewardship, and a commitment to serving both agriculture and community.​