Diego Nieves

Diego Nieves — Calderwood Farm

Diego Nieves’ project focuses on farmer and veteran Brent Wucher, who revitalized Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, growing vegetables and raising sheep, horses, pigs, and chickens. He also runs a farm stand to share his harvest with the community. Nieves’ work captures the daily life and dedication of a modern Maine farmer.

Beekeeper grabbing honey on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 22, 2025. Brent Wucher has a space for beekeeping because bees pollinate his farm. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher guides his sheep to pasture on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher sorting produce with his wife Tina Wucher, at their shop on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Brent Wucher picks tomatoes with his wife Tina Wucher in his greenhouse on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
A broken egg lies on the floor of the farm stand at Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher stands next to his horses on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher picks tomatoes in his greenhouse on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Customers shop at the farm stand on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. The payment method depends on the trust of his customers. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Zinnia flowers on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher works in his greenhouse on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Sheep resting on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 18, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Brent Wucher collects eggs on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher picks swiss chard in his greenhouse on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 19, 2025. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Goods for sale are displayed at the farm store on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 22, 2025. The payment method depends on the trust of his customers. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.
Farmer and veteran Brent Wucher takes care of his flock of sheep on Calderwood Farm in Lincolnsville, Maine, August 20, 2025. They help him maintain the land by eating the weed and grass. Mr. Wucher bought the farm, which had fallen into disuse, 2 years ago. He grows vegetables, cares for sheep, horses, pigs and chickens, and runs a farm stand to sell his products.

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