Four Locust Farms: A Legacy Rooted in History and Heritage

Preserving Our Agricultural Heritage for Generations to Come

Four Locust Farms, a 390-acre farm, is located in Charlotte County, Virginia. From 1925-1962, the farm operated as Pettus Dairy Farm, a major Richmond-market dairy operation.


Today, the farm is a beef cow-calf operation under the management of fourth-generation owner R. Z. Tucker. The farm now proudly produces both Angus and Hereford cattle.


Four Locust Farms is listed on both the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places and is recognized as a Virginia Century Farm for long-term continuous family ownership and production.

Founding and Early Years

Established in the early 1800s, Four Locust Farms began as a modest family homestead, laying the foundation for generations of agricultural stewardship in Charlotte County.

Century Farm Designation

Four Locust Farms earned the Virginia Century Farm status, recognizing over 100 years of continuous family ownership and commitment to sustainable farming practices.

National Historical Registry Recognition

The farm was added to the National Historical Registry in 2005, highlighting its architectural heritage and role in Virginia’s rural and agricultural history.

Modern Operations and Legacy

Today, Four Locust Farms continues its beef cow-calf operation under R. Z. Tucker, blending tradition with modern techniques to preserve its historical significance.

Operations

Four Locust Farms operates a sustainable cow-calf beef program, preserving its agricultural heritage while supplying families with premium-quality beef.


Daily Practices

Our routine includes pasture rotation, herd health monitoring, and calving management to ensure quality livestock and land stewardship.

Herd Care

Regular health checks and nutrition plans are implemented to maintain the wellbeing of the cow-calf herd throughout the seasons.

Land Management

Pasture rotation and soil conservation techniques preserve the farm’s productivity and honor its long-standing agricultural legacy.

Legacy Impact

The operation sustains traditional farming methods while contributing to the farm’s historical significance and community role.

Sustaining History

Four Locust Farms' daily operations reflect a commitment to preserving its heritage and supporting future generations of farming.

Community Roots

Four Locust Farms has supported Charlotte County by providing consistent agricultural practices and fostering local partnerships since its establishment.

Sustaining Local Agriculture

The farm’s beef cow-calf operation contributes to regional food supply chains, promoting sustainable farming practices and preserving rural heritage.

Preserving Heritage

As a Virginia Century Farm on the National Historical Registry, it stands as a living testament to the area’s farming legacy and ongoing community commitment.

Explore Four Locust Farms' Enduring Legacy

A Century Farm Honored on the National Historical Registry

Four Locust Farms stands as a testament to Virginia’s agricultural heritage, maintaining continuous family ownership and operation for over a century. Recognized as a Century Farm and listed on the National Historical Registry, it reflects a commitment to sustainable beef cow-calf farming and community stewardship. Reach out to us to see how tradition and modern farming practices coexist, preserving a vital piece of local history.

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