Welcome to Dawning Day Farm!
We’re a family-run farm stand, pumpkin patch, corn maze, and farm store located in beautiful Battle Ground. Operated by Billy, his wife Diana, his mother Betty, and family, our farm offers a wide variety of seasonal vegetables—including heirloom and cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, pumpkins, squash, zucchini, and more.
Our story begins in 1938, when Marion Johnson, Billy Adams’ grandfather, moved from Ogden to Battle Ground and established Sparkledue Holstein Farm, a thriving dairy with approximately 150 milking cows. In 1942, he met and married Laura Johnson, and together they raised their four children—Donald, Betty, Boyd, and Shirley—on the farm. His son Boyd, wife Terri, and daughters Lori, Jennifer, Kim, and Kristin continued the dairy until operations came to an end in 2000. Even so, the land continued to thrive through crop farming.
In 2005, Billy and his wife, Diana, launched Dawning Day Farm in Missouri, bringing their own vision of farming to life. Just a few years later, they returned to Washington to be closer to family and continue the legacy here at home. Billy took over crop farming from his uncle Boyd, focusing on sweet corn and hay before eventually expanding into something even more fun.
Over time, the idea of growing more than crops began to take root. What started as a simple pumpkin patch in 2023 blossomed into a full family experience. By 2024, we added a corn maze, farm animals, and activities for visitors of all ages. In 2025, we expanded once again by opening our farm store, featuring unique farm-inspired gifts, local honey, jams, jellies, salsas, and a variety of thoughtfully selected farm-themed products. In 2026, we welcomed a micro mini Scottish Highlander to the farm—adding even more charm and fun for visitors. Our Highlander will not only be part of the farm experience, but will also be available for events, weddings, photo sessions, and other special occasions.
Our farm produce stand, located on the corner of 156th and 92nd just down the field, is run by Betty Adams—Marion’s daughter and Billy’s mother—who has tended the garden for over 20 years. Billy, his brother Kevin, their wives Diana and Shelley, and a whole crew of grandkids all pitch in to make the farm special, where family members still work side by side during harvest season, helping pick, pack, and share in the hard work that keeps the farm going. Every vegetable we grow, every pumpkin you pick, and every item in our farm store reflects the love, tradition, and hard work of our family.
We’re also proud to remain active in our local farming community. Billy is involved with organizations like the American Farm Bureau Federation, the Holstein Association, and Washington State Holsteins. Diana and Shelley are members of the Clark County Dairy Women, and the entire family enjoys participating in the Clark County Fair each year—you’ll even spot our cows there alongside our cousin Lori’s herd, the original Sparkledue! Our kids continue the tradition through their involvement in 4-H, helping carry on the values of agriculture, hard work, and family for the next generation.
We’re proud of how far we’ve come and excited for what’s ahead. Whether you’re stopping by for fresh produce, exploring our small farm store, enjoying fall fun, or taking a walk through local history, we hope you’ll feel right at home here on the farm.
Come visit us—we’d love to meet you!
