On this episode of Off the Gravel Road, Robb Ellis sits down with Amy Matarozzo of LorrenJoyce Farm in Barnstead, NH. From milking her first cows as a child to building a farm from scratch with her husband Brian, Amy shares a journey of perseverance, community, and love for the land. Together, they’ve raised Jersey cows and Hereford beef, homeschooled their children, and served as leaders in the New Hampshire Farm Bureau.
Amy opens up about the hurdles of being a first-generation farmer, the daily rhythm of balancing chores with homeschooling, and the vital role farms play in preserving open space and soil health. With stories of cows on the loose, old farm equipment still running strong, and neighbors rallying in support, this conversation is a window into the grit and grace of rural life.
Whether you’re a farmer, neighbor, or someone who values community and open land, Amy’s story is a reminder that farming is about more than profit—it’s about people, stewardship, and a deep connection to place.
LorrenJoyce Farm is a family farm dedicated to producing quality products that are grown with compassion, integrity and pride. We specialize in pasture raised beef, jersey cow raw milk and farm fresh eggs. We are focused around the health and well-being of our animals, in order to create the best product possible!
LorrenJoyce Farm was started in December of 2013 by Amy & Brian Matarozzo. The farm began operating at its first location in Londonderry, New Hampshire . As the farm operati
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