We survived the big push of Thanksgiving turkey orders. And it was actually pretty darn smooth for harvesting 1100 fresh turkeys in 3 days. This year had it all... There was the obligatory picture of the last turkey bagged and tagged. The ritual weighing of the largest turkey of the day and betting on ‘best … [Read more...]

Turkey Order Link at bottom of post...AND HERE. There has been a LOT of talk about the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving feast this year. Across the United States, several forces are working against a normal supply of our annual fall protein obsession. Namely: avian flu, high gas prices, drought affecting feed grains … [Read more...]

I went out to the pasture by Bayberry Road to see how the broilers were doing on pasture. Even in this dry summer, there are bugs and grasses to nourish the birds. And while the weather is good - it's the best diet around. We have 5 wagons with broilers, that are moved at least once a day. How, you ask?? Well... We … [Read more...]

We always say that, on the farm, it is 'easier to put water on than to take it off'. However, drastic drought and drastic rain both have their drawbacks. While our wells are deep and we are not having trouble keeping the water flowing, the animals definitely do not have the lush grasses that the NJ summers, hot as they … [Read more...]

So, we have come to a point where it really is better, less stressful, more predictable, and generally easier on the sows, to use an artificial insemination technique to impregnate. I didn't think this story would 'play' quite as well on social media, and Brett agreed. But it is an important step in our process and I … [Read more...]

So it has been a while since I've had the chance to post. A tornado of changes and farm activities have dominated the spring. It has been a productive but challenging time. For starters, we had a VERY cold spring and many lambs needed to come into the house to warm up. Even Grandma was put to work. Once the … [Read more...]

Reba and Rafi had a litter!  They are half Great Pyrenees and half Maremma (and 100% cute). These little guys are available April 6. Only 4 left... They are excellent family dogs and love giving and receiving attention. As guard dogs on the farm, they protect anything from chickens to cows. And they are … [Read more...]

We are growing and looking for a dedicated LIVESTOCK FARMER to work on our farm. If you love animals, enjoy working with farm equipment, want to work outside with a great team, and care about sustainability and humane animal treatment, we are a great place to work! The LIVESTOCK FARMER will be responsible … [Read more...]