Our Process

Our Beginning

The Lone Oak Name

The name “Lone Oak Organics” is derived from the property in which our greenhouses are located. The property, which has belonged to Adam’s family for decades, has an Oak tree that stands alone. This lone Oak Tree has been on the property since the Civil War and has inspired us. At Lone Oak Organics, we see a future where agriculture will allow trees like our “lone oak” to keep on living for centuries.

Company Story

Lone Oak Organics originated as an idea among a group of students, at St. Louis University. The idea and plan was thought of as part of an entrepreneurship class. The business plan was followed through by the founders, Adam Theurer and Alex Wander. The values and lessons learned in the classroom are still present in the development and progression of Lone Oak Organics today.

Founders

Meet the Founders

Adam Theurer

Adam Theurer

Adam serves as the operational manager for Lone Oak Organics. He grew up on his family farm and current location of Lone Oak Organics in Hillsboro, Missouri. Adam has an extensive background in agriculture and plumbing. He has been self employed for several years, rehabbing real estate properties while attending Saint Louis University. Adam graduated Saint Louis University in May, 2008 with a degree in entrepreneurship. Currently, Adam lives in Hillsboro where he tends to the Lone Oak greenhouses.


Alex Wander

Alex Wander

Alex serves as the marketing specialist for Lone Oak Organics. He grew up in St. Louis, working in nurseries and small landscaping companies throughout high school. During his time at St. Louis University, Alex has worked for several companies in the St. Louis area which focused on marketing and project development. He graduated from Saint Louis University in May, 2008 with a degree in entrepreneurship. Alex lives in St. Louis and holds a part time position at an environmental consulting firm while making deliveries for Lone Oak Organics.


Member Of

Local Harvest Slow Food St. Louis
AgriMissouri St. Louis Green

 

  • Featured Story

    Basic Tips on Basil

    Basil is most commonly recommended to be used fresh; in cooked recipes it is generally added at the last moment, as cooking quickly destroys the flavour.

    The fresh herb can be kept for a short time in plastic bags in the refrigerator, or for a longer period in the freezer, after being blanched quickly in boiling water.

    Learn more about Basil See recipes which use Basil