David joined the business full time after graduating from North Carolina State University in 1974. He has managed the orchards and the Apple House for more than 40 years now. He manages the orchards and farm and supervises the wholesale sales at the Apple House.
Lola is a graduate of Western Carolina University and taught Health and Physical Education and coached for many years. She manages the Apple House & Gift Shop and Pick Your Own Apple Orchard businesses and co-manages the wholesale division of the business. She is also the office manager and “gopher” for the entire business.
David and Lola have four wonderful children, Brent, Derrick, Holly, and Rachel. Holly and Rachel help out on the farm and at the Apple House whenever possible. Coston Farm also employs part-time and seasonal workers who harvest the apples, help maintain the orchards, and work in the Apple House Country Store & Bakery.