The History of Seamans' Orchard
In 1933, the Lea brothers began farming in Nelson County, Virginia. Their hard work created a family agricultural business, Seamans’ Orchard. The farm was managed by them until the second generation assumed responsibilities. By 1945, Alton R. Seaman and Joyce Lea Seaman ran the farm operations. Together, along with their children the Seaman family managed Seamans’ Orchard until 1980 when it passed to the next generation.
Today, Seamans’ Orchard is still a family-owned and operated business. Grandsons of the original founder, Richard & Eddie Seaman oversee farm operations. Carter Parr (photo above) and Anne Seaman Kidd, two of the great-grandchildren, are involved on a daily basis as fourth generation farmers.
In addition to apples and beef cattle, pumpkins and strawberries are also grown at Seamans’ Orchard.
Little has changed over 73 years and the Seaman family remains steadfast in its commitment to provide the finest products Mother Nature will allow. 