What does Pasture Raised actually mean?

  • Pastured Raised Chicken

    We raise two types of Chickens. SASSO and Freedom Ranger type chickens for meat. We prefer these breeds versus the normal Cornish cross breed that other farmers and commercial operations raise because of the flexibility. The Heritage/Ranger type birds like to free-range so they are easier to pasture and appreciate wide open spaces. This allows extra nutrition in the “good stuff” of grasses, bugs and grubs. While they take longer to raise and size can be slightly smaller than commercial chickens they make up for that in flavor and nutrition. They are equally as spoiled with treats. Chickens love anything green, along with melons, tomatoes and yellow squash!

    We are exploring the raising and breeding of Ayam Cemani to support those special occasions and cultural events that value that breed.

  • Pastured Raised Duck

    Pastured raised duck is different than wild duck in many ways. Ducks are still considered a “game” bird in the poultry world even when raised domestically. By 3 weeks old we introduce them to grasses, bugs, grubs and of course pools and ponds. What duck doesn’t love to play in the water all day?? This also allows for natural supplementation of vitamins and minerals. Also treats! Ducks love tomatoes, watermelon, veggies and the fresh lettuce we grow.

    We currently raise Pekin and Muscovy for meat. We will start breeding Moulard (mule) 2024.

  • Pastured Raised Turkey

    Nutritionally better? I think so! Turkeys are considered a “game” bird. The first few weeks they live in a controlled environment and are feed a quality high protein starter feed for optimum health. By 4 weeks old our turkeys are put out on natural grasses and dirt. This allows for the supplementation of the “good stuff.” Foraging naturally in the grasses for greens, bugs and grubs allows for a healthier more delicious meat. Plus treats! They love melons, veggies and other fruits in season.

    We currently only raise Broad-Breasted Bronze and White turkeys for meat. These are the same breeds you find in a grocery store. However, the big difference is how they are raised and fed.

    We do raise a selection of heritage turkeys for eggs and for meat, to offer as an option by request for Thanksgiving.

  • Eggs: Duck and Chicken

    We have a dedicated flock of ducks and chickens for eggs. Did you know that a duck egg yolk on average is 1.5x bigger then a chicken egg and are packed with extra nutrition?

    Duck eggs have 168% DV of Vitamin B12 and 71mg of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

    Chicken eggs compare by 32% DV of Vitamin B12 and 37mg of Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

    Fun fact: Many people that are allergic to chicken eggs can eat duck eggs with no issues.

    Available seasonally.

Our Philosophy on raising our own meat is simple. We give back to the earth what the earth gives to us. We treat all our poultry with dignity providing the best quality life and care. In the end, we only want them to have one bad day.