04/23/2026
We are proud to support this project! Drummond Woodsum attorneys Stacey Caulk and Laura Hartz worked to help secure the farming future of this property.
Welcome to the newest Forever Farm in our network – and join us in celebrating what's next for the Morris Farm! On April 10th, Chris and Terry Baldwin purchased the Morris Farm from Maine Farmland Trust and together, we protected the property with an agricultural conservation easement, securing the farming future of the iconic Wiscasset property forever. This outcome was backed by an outpouring of community support from many individuals and families, partner organizations, foundations, impact investors, and volunteers. Thank you to all who helped ensure this local landmark remains an agricultural resource in the community.
Along with their daughter and son-in-law Lindsay and Ryan Esbjerg, the Baldwins plan to establish The Commons at Morris Farm. Through a mix of traditional farming, innovative programs, and a growing retail platform, they envision the farm as a shared resource for the region. A central component will be the farmstand and retail platform, expanding market access for producers and strengthening community connection to local food.
“The name ‘The Commons’ reflects how we think about the farm – as a shared resource. Morris Farm has always been an important part of this community. We’re focused on honoring that history while building something that ensures the land remains active, accessible, and relevant for years to come.” – Chris and Terry Baldwin
Read more on our most recent blog, linked in our bio! https://www.mainefarmlandtrust.org/blogs/a-new-chapter-for-morris-farm-in-wiscasset
Pictured (L to R): MFT Co-Director of Farmland Protection Brett Sykes, Lindsay and Ryan Esbjerg and family, Terry and Chris Baldwin, and MFT Farmland Steward Robin Hackett
