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  • Beginning Farmer: The Time the Cows Got Out

    Let me tell you a story about the time the cows got out.  Nevermind, I don't have enough time or memory to tell you ALL the times the cows got out ...
  • What's the Difference? Maple vs. Black Walnut Syrup

    When we first moved in to the farm house, the black walnut trees were the bane of my existence.  I hated the huge tennis size balls that were all o...
  • Beginning Farmer: Changing Expectations, Learning New Things

    When we first bought the farm and knew that farm animals were in our future, I knew we would be constantly learning.  Neither David nor I had any r...
  • Penny's Copper Baby

    If you missed the news, Penny had her calf! David got home early so he was watching the kids while I did chores.  He normally does the hay but sinc...
  • What's the Difference? Farm Fresh Honey vs. Store Bought

    Did you know the honey you buy on the grocery store shelf might not be real honey? Or that honey from apiarists has more health benefits? After pur...
  • What's the Difference? Beef Boxes vs. Half Cow

    Yesterday I posted on our social media page asking others which they would prefer - beef boxes or quarter, half, whole bulk meat. Surprisingly the ...
  • Beginning Farmer: Websites and Beef Boxes

    As I write this I have spent over six hours on Shopify, trying to upload bundle boxes and figure out pricing structure. I was going through adding all the meat bundles, I was thinking "most people don't even know all that goes into this." So I decided to show you a little of the back-end of marketing our meat.
  • Duck Egg Benefits

    When I have offered duck eggs to my family they get a little freaked out.  Don't worry, they really are just a larger egg.  They do taste slightly ...
  • What to Know: Store Bought vs. Farm Fresh Eggs

    What's the Difference? You may have seen our pictures of colorful eggs on social media, seeing the price tag and wondering, "What's the difference?...
  • What to Know: Pastured Turkeys

    What do you need to know about pastured turkeys? How are they different? How do I cook them? Why should I purchase one? Find out here!
  • What to Know: Unwashed Eggs

    Why are some eggs from Farmer's Markets unwashed and others are washed? What's the difference? Which one is better? These and other questions answered.  All you need to know about unwashed farm fresh eggs!