Mark and Peggy Edlin
Mark and Peggy started farming on Mark’s late grandparents’ farm south of Jackson in 1993. They farmed with Mark’s parents, William and Nancy. Mark and Peggy started their own family farm business called Edlin Greenhouse in 1999, on the family’s Century Farm, along with their two children, Kyle and Megan. In addition to corn and soybeans grown on the farm, the Edlins sold vegetables and flowers at the Lakes Area Farmers Market for about 15 years. During that time Mark was a co-manager of the market.
In 2009, Mark’s father passed away; Nancy continued to farm with Mark and Peggy. Nancy is very involved in the operation and helps with the greenhouse in the spring. Mark’s two brothers, Carl and Eric, along with their families, are involved in the family farming operation as well--both brothers have off-farm jobs. In addition to farming, Mark and Peggy continue to operate their spring seasonal greenhouse, Edlin Greenhouse.
Mark and Peggy’s son, Kyle, graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2017. Kyle farms with his parents and manages the greenhouse with Peggy. The couple’s daughter, Megan, graduated from Allen College’s nursing program. Megan lives in Sioux Falls with her fiancé, Andy Abens, and helps on the farm and in the greenhouse when she can.
Mark and Peggy are always willing to help their local 4-H and FFA. In the spring the Edlins help their local FFA chapter at their school’s greenhouse. Mark served for 13 years on the FCA board and currently is a township supervisor. He likes to restore antique tractors and gas engines. Peggy enjoys golf, gardening, and watching Vikings games with her family.