In early 2017, Ryan Morici, drove by a vacant, neglected property with an old farmhouse and 1800s-era barn. Always interested in a project, Ryan decided to take a closer look. He thought he might renovate the house and resell it, but when he saw the inside of the barn, his plans quickly grew.

Though it had fallen into disrepair, the beauty of the high, arched ceiling and heavy wooden beams were undeniable. Restoring the barn became Ryan’s passion project.

In the 1960s, the barn had been converted to a stable, and it housed racehorses for 30 years. Ryan and his team removed the stalls that had been added and restored the barn’s original structure using period-correct, hand-hewn wood.

When the barn renovation was complete, Ryan decided to turn the property into Washington Township’s first organic produce farm. Ryan is the owner of Heritage Oaks, a landscape design and construction company that has been serving the Macomb, Oakland and Wayne County areas for over 20 years. Starting an organic farm seemed like the perfect way to further enrich those communities, an opportunity to serve them in a brand new way.

In 2021, Raven Oaks Farm opened doors to the public and began offering a variety of organic, heirloom produce, and it has continued to do so ever since.

Our Story

Community

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Quality

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Sustainability

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Holistic Living

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Community + Quality + Sustainability + Holistic Living ♥

Our Values

LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR

We believe in spreading kindness and sharing goodness. We’re committed to providing our neighbors, guests, family and friends with nutritious food, beautiful flowers, and friendly service—and we want to support fellow farmers and makers in the process.

Community

ONLY THE FINEST

We’re dedicated to supplying elevated basics and simple luxuries—from the crops we grow to the products we sell. We believe in doing only the the things we can commit to doing with excellence.

Quality

PUT GOOD IN, GET GOOD OUT

We believe that maintaining a close connection with food sources is the best way to care for both our bodies and our planet. We’re committed to regenerative farming practices that will support soil health, protect pollinators, and minimize waste.

Sustainability

STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES

We support a slow, intentional way of living. We believe it’s important to nourish yourself by eating nutritious foods, spending plenty of time outside, reducing toxin intake, and—most importantly—treating yourself and others with gentleness and grace.

Holistic Living

The Crew

This season, Alyssa and Alexa will be running daily operations at the farm. They share a passion for organic growing, seasonal eating, connecting communities, and playing country music over the greenhouse speakers as often as possible.

  • FARM MANAGER

    Excited to jump into her seventh season of organic farming, Alyssa brings an extensive knowledge of health coaching to her work on the farm. She holds a certificate in integrative nutrition and is passionate about helping people pursue health using clean, nourishing, whole foods. When she’s not at work, you can find her boating on Lake St. Clair or hosting a bonfire for family and friends.

  • FARM HELP

    We are so excited to have Mario here at Raven Oaks Farm this season! Mario has lots of experience working on farms! In Mexico, Mario ran a farm specializing in Tomatoes, Peppers and Cilantro! Mario is always teaching us new ways to be the most efficient here at the Farm!

    When Mario is not working you can find him playing soccer, cooking for his friends/family, or giving Alyssa + Alexa Spanish lessons. Muy Bien!

  • FARM HELP

    Alexa has 2 years of farm experience, which doesn't include her own garden at home. Alexa's also an excellent Barista, look for her when grabbing a drink at Market Day Coffee! You will always find her happy and smiling no matter the task!

    When Alexa's not at work you can find her leading worship at her church, taking her dog Tucker on a walk or being her friends personal photographer!

  • FARM HELP

    Also joining us this season is Lalo! Lalo worked with Mario back in Mexico on the same farm! Lalo loves to take care of the chickens but is happy to help with anything we need! Lalo is in fact, the fastest planter here on the Farm!

    When not at work, Lalo enjoys playing soccer, sleeping in on the weekends or drinking a coke! Lalo is a great addition to our team.