The Babbings-Bartlett Farm, now known as BB Farms, was established in 1969 by Leonard and Marion (McFayden) Babbings. Pam’s grandparents set down roots on SE-24-3-1-W2 after moving from a farm near Carnduff. Pam’s father, Larry, farmed alongside his parents, raising Purebred Charolais cattle under Babbings Charolais during the 1980s and 1990s. Eventually, they transitioned from Purebred Charolais to Commercial Cattle, primarily Angus x Charolais crosses.

As a small child, Pam’s favourite place was the farm. She cherished every opportunity for sleepovers and time spent there, always dreaming of returning to the farm one day. While in high school, Pam helped with delivering calves, baling hay, and assisting with seeding and harvest, as long as she didn’t have to climb grain bins. She was particularly close to her grandparents. After high school, Pam made the tough decision to leave university and return to the farm full-time, which allowed her to care for her grandparents and spend valuable time with them. After Grandpa passed away and Grandma moved into Sunset Haven, our family moved to the farm in 2011. Since the Babbings established it, and the Bartletts now live there, it made sense to name it Babbings-Bartlett Farm, which has since been shortened to BB Farms.

Pam was also involved in sheep 4-H, raising well-conditioned market lambs. Grandpa always made sure they were fed whenever he walked by, so they became quiet. Although Pam is unsure if Grandpa would have loved the decision to get into sheep, she is certain he would be happy to see the farm thriving and their children growing up there. Grandma absolutely loved calving season, and Pam is sure she would have enjoyed seeing the baby lambs.

Daniel’s farming history isn’t as extensive as Pam’s, but he spent his summers at his grandparents’ farm, the Bartletts. He is an incredible “chore boy,” and they are immensely grateful to have this beautiful haven to call home. They feel fortunate to raise their children on the farm and live out their everyday adventures together.