The Dexter Cattle Advantage: Why Our Cows are Pint-Sized Powerhouses
Ever wondered why our cows seem more petite than your average bovine? One of the best things about having kids on our farm is the questions they ask. Adults also wonder the same thing, but don’t want to offend… On a recent farm tour, a child gave me a disappointing...
The 3 Benefits of Joining a Farmer’s Choice Meat of the Month Club
Are you looking for a new way to enjoy fresh, delicious meat and local produce? Joining a Farmer’s Choice Meat of the Month Club is an excellent option that offers many benefits. From convenience and variety to cost savings and support of local farmers, there are...
Regenerative Farming – Our First Generation Story
Ready to get your hands (and forks!) dirty? I had the pleasure of sitting down The Thriving Farmer Podcast. From sustainably raised animals and chemical free food offerings - we've got it all! And now that we've opened our own store, you can bring a bit o' farm...
Understanding The True Cost Of Locally Sourced Meat
If you've ever shopped for local meat, you know that it can be quite pricey. But why is that? After all, raising animals doesn't seem like it would be all that expensive. The truth is that raising animals locally is actually quite costly. In this article, I'll share...
The World Is The Classroom: Homeschool Field Trips
Many people envision homeschooling as kids sitting around a kitchen table with their mom teaching them math, science, and reading. While this is one way to do it, there are endless opportunities to expand your child’s homeschool education beyond the four walls of your...
Agritourism and the Survival of Small Farms
It has never been more important for small farms to find ways to attract visitors. With the rise of agritourism, farmers like us, have a new opportunity to keep their businesses afloat. Agritourism can take many forms, from simple farm visits to more elaborate...
How To Take Advantage of Local Farmers’ Meat Subscriptions
Do you remember when meat subscriptions weren’t a thing? For most of us, this was an unknown phenomenon before 2020. Technically, Butcher Box has been around since 2015, but the push for the convenience of food at your door and the bare shelves in grocery stores have...
What You Need To Know About The Impact of Holistic Management On The Environment
There has been a lot of talk in recent years about the impact of holistic management on the environment. Some people say that it is environmentally friendly, while others say that it is not. So, what is the truth? Let's take a closer look at holistic management and...
Harvesting a Bison – The Experience of Riffle Farms
One of the most interesting farm visits we've ever had was at a bison farm. It's amazing how big these creatures are--they're taller than me and weigh way more than I do!--and seeing them up close made us appreciate them even more. If you haven't been on a farm...
Grain-Free Chickens: Why It’s Good For The Community
What if you could raise chickens without any grain or feed from a store? It sounds a little crazy at first, but when you really start to think about it, chickens in the wild have survived all this time without one single trip to the feed and seed. Yes, I know...
How to Support Your Farmers Out of Season
It’s that time of year again. Farmer’s markets are closing up shop for the season. I've got 4 ideas to support your farmers and favorite makers (a chicken farmer, soap makers, cheesemonger, and tea specialist) until spring. Farmer's Markets Many of us are ready for a...
Delicious Fall Treats To Make With Apples
Apple season is in full bloom! Over the last few weeks, we’ve been using local apples in our Food Preservation classes. What do we make with apples? We make some of my mom’s favorite fall-inspired treats: apple chips and apple butter. In this article, I am...
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