Washington Co., Wi – This year’s Washington County Breakfast on the Farm will tour Maple Wood Farm, 3121 Pleasant Valley Road. Brian and Elizabeth Peters own the traditional family farm along with their girls Vivian and Morgan.
The 37th annual event Saturday, June 14, 2025, offers the public a glimpse into life on a working dairy farm, promises farm tours, a petting zoo, and delicious ice cream, making it a perfect outing for families and farm enthusiasts alike.
Established in 1888, Maple Wood Farm has been a staple in the community for over a century. Brian Peters, a fifth-generation farmer, now runs the farm with his wife Elizabeth and their two daughters, Vivian,11, and 9-year-old Morgan.
The Peters family continues the tradition of dairy farming with a herd of about 55 milking cows housed in a classic tie-stall barn, alongside a total of 125 head of cattle.
“We’re excited, but a little nervous,” Brian said. “It’s hard to know exactly how many people will come out to visit the farm, especially with all the other activities going on at the fairgrounds. But we’re looking forward to sharing our way of life with the community.”
While breakfast itself will be served at the fairgrounds, Maple Wood Farm will host tours, an ice cream stand, and fun activities for visitors. The petting zoo will feature calves, barn cats, chickens, and possibly even pigs, giving guests a hands-on farm experience.
The farm’s deep history includes a fascinating shift due to the construction of Highway 45 in the 1970s. Originally, the farm was split between two brothers, with each managing 80 acres. The highway’s development in 1975 required significant adjustments, relocating parts of the farm to its current location on the west side of the highway, across from the hospital.
“Our great-great-grandfather divided the original 160 acres between his sons, and they built a new setup with barns and a house,” Brian said. “If you look at old maps from before 1975, you can still see the two farms side by side.”
Beyond dairy, Maple Wood Farm is known for its annual pumpkin stand, which has been a fall favorite for nearly two decades.
The Peters family enjoys adding a bit of fun to their farm life, with decorative hay bales featuring smiley faces and festive designs that catch the eyes of passersby.
Brian and Elizabeth took over the farm from Brian’s parents, Mark and Lynn Peters, in 2017, continuing the legacy of their family’s hard work and dedication. Today, the farm encompasses about 500 acres, a mix of owned and rented land, and remains a proud example of traditional dairy farming in Washington County.
With support from local organizations like 4-H and FFA, and the backing of the Washington County Breakfast on the Farm committee, Brian feels confident the event will be a success. “We’ve got a great team helping us out, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone enjoy the farm.”
Visitors are encouraged to stop by Maple Wood Farm during the event to experience the charm of a traditional Wisconsin dairy farm, complete with farm-fresh ice cream and heartwarming hospitality. The Peters family is ready to welcome guests and showcase the beauty of their historic farmstead.
Washington Co., WI – There will be a unique twist to the 2025 Washington County Breakfast on the Farm. Mike Strupp is an organizer with the Washington County Dairy Promotions Committee.
This will be the 37th annual Washington County Breakfast on the Farm. The event celebrates June as Wisconsin Dairy Month.
“Brian Peters and his wife Elizabeth will be the farm host,” said Strupp about the family farm on Pleasant Valley Drive. “But this year the breakfast will combine with the Classic Green Reunion.”
Strupp said the logistics are still be worked out, but the initial plan will have the Peters open their farm to activities, barn tours, and ice cream on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The breakfast itself will be served at the fairgrounds across the road during the Classic Green Reunion.
“The Classic Green Reunions are bi-annual events that are moved every couple years showcasing agriculture in each state,” said Travis Krueger of Kohlsville who is part of the Classic Green committee.
“Wisconsin is known as America’s Dairyland and we’re doing our local dairy breakfast in conjunction with the tractor show… I don’t know how much more Wisconsin we can get than that.”
Krueger said about 2000 John Deere tractors will be on display, but the real treasured part of this year’s event is the Peter’s Farm which is a smaller, traditional family dairy.
This will be the 37th Washington County Breakfast on the Farm and owners Brian and Elizabeth Peters said their family, including daughters Vivian, 11, and Morgan, 9, can’t wait to show off their 5th generation farm.
Maple Woods Dairy Farm LLC, 3121 Pleasant Valley Road, is the one sporting the Cedar Valley Cheese and Maple Syrup sign. Neighbors will recognize the farm during the fall with its wide selection of pumpkins watched over by a round smiling haybale.
Peters said the dairy farm was established in 1888. The farm currently milks 55 cows. Brian and Elizabeth purchased the farm from his parents in 2017. This will be their first time hosting Breakfast on the Farm on June 14, 2025.
Stay tuned for more details about the 2025 Washington County Breakfast on the Farm.
