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Bee balm magic: the fascinating history and ecological wonders of wild bergamot

Bee balm magic: the fascinating history and eco...

Wild bergamot is a breathtaking, flowering, herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is native to North America and is commonly found in various regions across the continent....

Bee balm magic: the fascinating history and eco...

Wild bergamot is a breathtaking, flowering, herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is native to North America and is commonly found in various regions across the continent....

In a drought, the farm's soil comes first

In a drought, the farm's soil comes first

We are feeding hay. Midsummer. This is not unusual on many farms. It is unusual for us. This marks the first time we have needed to feed hay to our cows...

In a drought, the farm's soil comes first

We are feeding hay. Midsummer. This is not unusual on many farms. It is unusual for us. This marks the first time we have needed to feed hay to our cows...

The compass plant: a prairie icon facing threats and finding salvation in regenerative agriculture

The compass plant: a prairie icon facing threat...

The Great Plains of North America have long been adorned with a diverse array of native prairie plants. Each playing a crucial role in the delicate ecosystem that sustains countless...

The compass plant: a prairie icon facing threat...

The Great Plains of North America have long been adorned with a diverse array of native prairie plants. Each playing a crucial role in the delicate ecosystem that sustains countless...

The farm's noble guardian dog, Shadow

The farm's noble guardian dog, Shadow

It's been a while since I have highlighted our beautiful and noble farm dog, Shadow. I'll give just a little praise for her and her interesting heritage, as well as...

The farm's noble guardian dog, Shadow

It's been a while since I have highlighted our beautiful and noble farm dog, Shadow. I'll give just a little praise for her and her interesting heritage, as well as...

Brew grain - a health food for pigs?

Brew grain - a health food for pigs?

We drink a delicious, locally brewed beer. The pigs get the byproducts. Nothing goes to waste. Beer is essentially an infusion of roasted malted barley and sometimes other grains that...

Brew grain - a health food for pigs?

We drink a delicious, locally brewed beer. The pigs get the byproducts. Nothing goes to waste. Beer is essentially an infusion of roasted malted barley and sometimes other grains that...

How our farm animals tolerate heat

How our farm animals tolerate heat

The last several days have been exceptionally warm here in southern Wisconsin. Not just warm but humid. This has the potential to add a little stress to the animals on...

How our farm animals tolerate heat

The last several days have been exceptionally warm here in southern Wisconsin. Not just warm but humid. This has the potential to add a little stress to the animals on...

Our new space

Our new space

I've mentioned before that we have been working on a new place to live. For the past 7 years we have been living in a small, one bedroom apartment. This...

Our new space

I've mentioned before that we have been working on a new place to live. For the past 7 years we have been living in a small, one bedroom apartment. This...

The Magical Journey of Monarch Butterflies: Lifecycle and Migration

The Magical Journey of Monarch Butterflies: Lif...

This dancing pair of monarch butterflies captivated my attention while I was doing chores this week.  I have written before about how our farm benefits these delicate creatures but not...

The Magical Journey of Monarch Butterflies: Lif...

This dancing pair of monarch butterflies captivated my attention while I was doing chores this week.  I have written before about how our farm benefits these delicate creatures but not...

Why Are We Able to Give Such a Savings With Buying Meat in Bulk?

Why Are We Able to Give Such a Savings With Buy...

This week we are offering another chance to cash in on buying a whole hog for a fantastic savings. I figured this is a good time to offer a little detail on...

Why Are We Able to Give Such a Savings With Buy...

This week we are offering another chance to cash in on buying a whole hog for a fantastic savings. I figured this is a good time to offer a little detail on...

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We guarantee you'll taste the difference

When animals are raised humanely on open pastures, the nutrients and flavor permeate the meat all the way into the fat.Give our pasture-raised and 100% grass-fed meats a try. If you don't agree it tastes better than the cheap meat you can buy at the supermarket, let us know. You'll talk directly to your farmer. And we'll work with you to make it right. 

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