The Making of MacKie Farms

The MacKies, Stuart and Susan, decided to move out to Hazen with a goal in mind. Hazen is located in Nevada between Fernley and Fallon. All that really stands out in the open is a single General Store.

The MacKie's are taking back the desert! A peach orchard is perfect for the climate and the soil in the Hazen area. MacKie Farms sits in a "bowl" and is surrounded by terrain angled at a slope. Upon purchasing the land, the MacKie's say that they are very environment friendly people. They show real concern in taking care of natural resources, yet provide something for the whole area.

So, there it began, in 2003 the first of the peach trees were planted. With 10 acres to accommodate growth, the MacKie's just continue planting. The varieties of peaches are red globe, veteran, elberta and jubilee globes, and the autumn star.

Susan said,"There is a 25 year life span on each tree. We plant in blocks of 100. When productivity drops on old trees, we'll replace them."

"We use a drip irrigation system, therefore, we use very little water. Our goal is to have 1,200 tree for markets in the local areas and 1,500 for shipping our produce to outlining areas," Stuart said.

MacKie Farms has received certification from the state agricultural inspector. The MacKie's have listed other fruits grown on the farm. Other fruits include apples, apricots, and pears.

"Having a peach orchard in the desert is also and educational experience. We plan on using this endevour to help the agricultural communitites. Universities, colleges, nurseries, and local farmers will be able to come out and learn what it takes to grown in the desert," says the MacKie's.

You can contact Stuart or Susan Mackie by:

Phone: 775-830-1854
Email: mackiefarms@gmail.com
Address:

577 Mason Road
Hazen, NV 89408