Only one dairy farm remains within the city limits of Excelsior Springs, Missouri.

As small dairy operations vanish in the U.S., Rachel and Scott Moser have embraced the profession in rural Missouri — a life they never imagined when they began farming 11 years ago.

With eight kids, three dogs, four plots of land, and over 100 cattle, the dedicated Mormon couple spend 100-hour weeks making products like raw milk, yogurt, kefir, cream, and cheese for customers around the region.

One day, Rachel and Scott would like to sell the farm. Until then, their faith and dedication keep them pushing on. “It feels like there’s a bigger purpose to what we’re doing,” Rachel said.