Looking Forward
Te farm started by his Grandfather spawned four sod farms. Daniel says, “As well as our Columbus Turf Nursery, the third generation includes my brother Mark and his wife Sue who took over Huggett Sod Farm, Inc. in Marlette, Michigan. Also third generation, are my cousins Paul and Shelly who have Paul’s Turf & Tree Nursery in Marshall, Wisconsin, and David and Allison Beck who have Beck Sod Farm, in Palms, Michigan. After Mark came back, Wallace purchased his third farm, creating the 210-acre Michigan Cranberry Company, the largest cranberry producer in Michigan. Wallace and Sharon are enjoying their retirement at their cranberry farm.”
“Everything that has a start has an end,” says Daniel. “Our son and daughter have made choices that fit their abilities and interests. Neither is interested in coming back to the sod farm. So now I’m working to wind things down. Last spring we listed our farm with a commercial real estate agency. Selling land for commercial development is a complex process that we don’t anticipate will move quickly. Jamie and I are looking forward to having more spare time to enjoy the life God has blessed us with, visiting family and friends, and traveling.”
Wallace and Sharon Huggett bought their third farm and created the 210- acre Michigan Cranberry Company.
Columbus Turf Nursery has been a great adventure for Daniel and Jamie, providing the great environment in which they raised two children. Tey’ve traveled across the U.S. and abroad in conjunction with their TPI involvement. Tey’ve grown their business through TPI’s networking opportunities and made great friends.
Daniel and Jamie are looking forward to more great adventures.
Columbus Turf Nursery has been a great adventure for Daniel and Jamie. 26
Suz Trusty is co-editor of Turf News. All photos courtesy of Daniel Huggett unless otherwise noted.
TPI Turf News January/February 2025
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