Fresh from the Farm: Moss Neck’s Taylor Galloway Supports Local Community with Every Dozen

Nestled just beyond Snead’s Asparagus Farm in Fredericksburg, Moss Neck Farm is a thriving agricultural haven run by Virginia native Taylor Galloway, whose deep-rooted passion for farming has shaped every row of crops and every pasture on the property.

Galloway manages an impressive operation, growing a wide array of fruits and vegetables—from tomatoes and zucchini to cabbage—while also caring for numerous livestock. His hands-on approach not only ensures a successful harvest but also fosters a deep connection with the animals he raises.

Beyond his skill in cultivation and animal husbandry, Galloway is deeply committed to his local community.

When a nationwide egg shortage struck in late 2024 and early 2025 due to a bird flu outbreak, Galloway stepped up to help. He donated more than 60 dozen eggs to the Fredericksburg Food Co-op, ensuring his neighbors had access to fresh, nutritious food during a time of uncertainty.

“We wanted to donate the eggs because there’s so many uncertainties with food nowadays,” he explains. “This is the one thing I can guarantee. And, we just wanted to give back.”

At Moss Neck Farm, Galloway raises two main types of chickens: an heirloom heritage variety that lays blue, green, and olive-colored eggs, and a standard breed that produces brown eggs. All chickens are cage-free and fed non-GMO feed. The eggs are washed and packaged on-site, ensuring the highest quality from farm to shelf.

Galloway is now a regular egg supplier to the Fredericksburg Food Co-op, offering a product that stands out in both freshness and flavor.

“The most unique thing about our eggs is that when we bring them to a grocery store, like the Fredericksburg Food Co-op, they are usually less than 12 hours old. Whereas with a big box store you have no idea how long they’ve been on the shelf or how long they were in storage,” says Galloway.

“It’s so nice to be 12 to 13 miles away from the grocery store and have the production right down the road. You can’t ask for anything fresher.”

At the Fredericksburg Food Co-op, we’re proud to partner with local farmers like Taylor Galloway. Supporting small farms keeps dollars in the local economy, strengthens our food system, and brings the freshest produce and products to our shelves.

“We need everybody’s help,” explains Galloway. “Meet your local farmer and patron as many local farms as you can.”

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