NanBop Farm’s mission is to celebrate and cultivate community within the city of Cadillac and Northern Michigan.

Our biodiverse farm operations will eventually span 50 acres, ranging from orchards and fields for fruit and vegetable production, to meadows and shelters for chickens and four-legged livestock. These seasonal products are available to the community through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, on-site cooking classes and events, as well as direct sale to local restaurants.

Beyond these agricultural efforts, NanBop Farm hosts ongoing, intergenerational programming for local growers, students and the community at large. From informal gatherings, to hands-on classes and annual celebrations, there is always something to see and do at the farm. We also host a range of private events—including weddings and corporate meetings—that feature the beauty and bounty of the property.

Our name and values are rooted in the legacy of Jane and Mario Iacobelli, known to their big, hungry Italian family as “Nana” and “Boppy.”

A heartwarming hostess and an outgoing entrepreneur, the pair established a connection to Cadillac and Northern Michigan over the course of three decades, during Mario’s time as the owner of Heritage Broadcasting. No matter the company or the occasion, the Iacobellis believed in food as a vehicle for connection and conversation—values they passed on to NanBop Farm founders Jolie and Pete Iacobelli.

Beyond his immediate family, Mario was known for sharing this passion for food and drink with anyone willing to listen or share a bottle of fine wine. One of his favorite pastimes was to frequent the communal table at Opa’s Butcher in Cadillac, where locals often gathered to discuss the events of the day. After Mario’s passing in 2022, NanBop Farm was founded to recreate this daily gathering of neighbors—individuals with different backgrounds and beliefs, who nevertheless found a sense of belonging around the table. It’s our hope that you will join us in this spirit, as we raise toasts, laugh loudly and share cherished memories in the presence of warm hospitality and nourishing food.

Meet Our Team

Director of Farm Operations
Growing up in Breckenridge, Michigan, Andrea was exposed to many different kinds of farming—from her parents’ four-legged livestock, to her grandpa’s ducks and feed mill, to her grandmother’s masterful flower gardens. In high school, she spent her free time either visiting the mill, participating in her school’s FFA chapter or raising 4-H animals, eventually studying biology and organic fruit and vegetable management at Indiana Wesleyan University and MSU. Following additional hands-on training through her apprenticeships at Athena’s Harvest and the Carversville Farm Foundation, we are thrilled for Andrea to bring more than two decades of farming experience to our operations at NanBop.

Farm Team
A fellow Michigan native, Olivia may not have grown up on a farm, but her early interest in horses quickly led to a passion for small-scale agriculture and farm education. In particular, she cites her first equestrian mentor, Leslie Gove, for shaping her work ethic and interest in multi-dimensional farming systems. After pursuing advanced studies in agriculture technology, equine science and small business management, Olivia began her career training at a local veterinary hospital and an equestrian outreach center. As she continues to further her dual interests in sustainable agriculture and animal welfare, we’re thrilled to have her help shepherd our farm operations.

Co-Owner
A Michigan native, Pete’s love for the people and landscape of Northern Michigan was fostered by both his parents, Jane and Mario Iacobelli, and all his grandparents. From his grandparents’ pecan trees, to his mother’s strawberries, rhubarb, zucchini and tomato plants, Pete carried these childhood memories through his studies at the Universities of Colorado and Wyoming, earning degrees in sociology and law. While his career spanned many industries--from media, to real estate and restaurants—he continued to be drawn to any ventures that fostered community and brought people together over a wonderful meal. NanBop Farm is thus the culmination of a multi-generational investment in the greater Cadillac region with the shared goal of connecting people throughout northern Michigan.

Co-Owner
Raised in the Denver suburbs, Jolie hails from a long line of New Hampshire dairy farmers and recalls fond memories of family meals centered around fresh seasonal ingredients. After earning degrees in nursing and psychology from Provo College and the University of Utah, respectively, she spent many years working for Center for Change, an inpatient eating disorder clinic, as well as Pfizer Pharmaceuticals. Living in Park City since 2004, she previously spent nine years on the board of directors for the Park City Community Foundation and continues to be an integral member of the organization’s ongoing community initiatives. She has also taken an active role in the local nonprofit EATS (Eat Awesome Things at School) and has been a proud backyard chicken farmer for 15 years. Her work at NanBop is an extension of both her careers in the health and philanthropy sectors.