I grew up on chicken breast and hockey puck pork chops. No offense, Mom. I’d still come over and eat any day because my best memories are simply being with you at the dinner table. But the reality is that I didn’t know how to cook chicken thighs because they weren’t something we ate often […]

When it comes to truly exceptional beef, dry-aged steaks are often regarded as the gold standard. You’ve probably heard chefs and foodies rave about it, but what exactly makes dry-aged beef so special? Let’s break down the benefits of this luxurious meat and why it’s worth every bite. 1. An Explosion of Flavor One of […]

Fall is here and the colder temps mean I want nothing but warm and comforting meals pretty much exclusively. This time of year is also when I love to cook with pork; it’s fantastic for low and slow cooking and pairs really well with fall veggies and even fruit. Here are my current favorite pork […]

I don’t think so. Farmers won’t change the food system. Entrepreneurs who farm will. I sat with those two sentences and the cursor blinking on my screen for a solid ten minutes when i was writing the email to our subscribers a few weeks ago. I believe them. Deep down, I believe we can change […]

Boundaries seems like an ugly word. But if I have learned anything about the burnout I experienced the last two summers, it’s that without them, you’ll run yourself into the ground. Maybe I’m writing this as a message to farmers who want to do what we’ve done.Or maybe I’m writing this to keep my promise […]

Buckle up, friend. This is a long but a good one. If you’ve shopped for pasture-raised eggs or chicken lately, you’ve probably seen the label corn & soy free. It sounds simple enough, and for many people it feels like an obvious upgrade. If corn and soy are ingredients you try to avoid in your […]

I didn’t show up to this study with a polished message—just a heart that had been quietly prepared in the barn aisle. This is a reflection on growth, exhaustion, and how God refines us in the hardest seasons. If you’ve felt overwhelmed or unseen, I hope these words remind you that even in the fire, God is at work.
Learn how long vacuum-sealed meat lasts in the freezer, why our chicken and pork are seasonal, and how to store pasture-raised meats for over a year.

Every year, we look at our systems and ask: How can we do this better? Better for the birds, the cattle, the hogs. Better for our family. Better for the folks who rely on our farm for real, nourishing food. This year, we made some major upgrades to our pastured poultry setup — changes that […]

You’ve probably heard about Costco’s famous $4.99 rotisserie chicken. It’s an absolute steal, and they know it. In fact, Costco’s CEO has openly admitted they lose $30-40 million a year on those chickens. But they don’t care—because that cheap chicken gets you in the door, where you’ll fill your cart with everything else. This strategy, […]

When Ryan and I first started raising animals, it was a hobby — a fun way to connect with the land, enjoy better food, and live closer to our values. But turning that hobby into a thriving business? That required an education. And, boy was it a steep learning curve. We’ve always been firm believers […]

When it comes to truly exceptional beef, dry-aged steaks are often regarded as the gold standard. You’ve probably heard chefs and foodies rave about it, but what exactly makes dry-aged beef so special? Let’s break down the benefits of this luxurious meat and why it’s worth every bite. 1. An Explosion of Flavor One of […]

As the days grow shorter and the crisp autumn air settles in, there’s nothing better than gathering around the table for a meal that warms both body and soul. This Warm Bacon Salad is the perfect dish for those chilly fall evenings when you crave something hearty, nutritious, and bursting with seasonal flavors. Featuring roasted […]
