Bud was born and raised in Grinnell.  After graduating from high school Bud enlisted in the Navy where he spent 4 years sailing around the world on a aircraft carrier.  After his honorable discharge, he worked at various jobs always wanting his own business.  That came true in 2005 when North Skunk Sawmill and Market was established.  A portable Timberking Sawmill was bought, and Bud started custom sawing, building benches, birdhouses and selling lumber. Vegetables were grown in five outside gardens selling at local Farmers Markets .  In 2006 two more gardens were added, the business incorporated and two high tunnel greenhouses were built.  Bud, his wife Carla who is also a Registered Nurse, son Bryce and daughter Elizabeth are all active in the family based business.  Bud is an Iowa Master Gardener. He's committed to all his customers.  Future plans for the business is a solar kiln, produce cooler, more woodworking crafts and produce varieties.