Forest Raised
Forest raised means exactly what it sounds like. Our hogs are rotated through the forest areas as they are harder on the land. Our chickens are also forest raised - we don't have any pasture land but to be honest, they love it. Chickens and hogs are naturally drawn to the woods as it provides many features for them like
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Shelter and Protection: Trees and shrubs offer cover from predators (like hawks) and harsh weather. Chickens instinctively seek overhead protection.
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Foraging Opportunities: Forest floors are full of insects, seeds, and plants that they love to scratch, rub and root around. It’s a forager’s paradise.
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Shade and Comfort: Trees provide natural shade, helping chickens and pigs regulate their body temperature during hot weather.
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Roosting Options: In the wild, jungle fowl (ancestors of domestic chickens) roost in trees. The forest gives them natural places to perch and sleep (they sleep in a coop during the night for their protection).
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Mental Stimulation: Forested areas are full of variety—different textures, smells, and things to explore—which keeps chickens and pigs mentally active and reduces stress.
Berkshire and Duroc Cross Hogs
The Berkshire-Duroc Cross:
The Best of Both Worlds by crossing Berkshire and Duroc pigs, we achieve an enhanced flavor profile. The cross benefits from the Berkshire's exceptional flavor intensity, often enhanced by the Duroc's consistent marbling make for the best pork. Optimal tenderness and juiciness is made with the combined marbling characteristics of both breeds ensure a consistently tender and juicy eating experience.
The balanced fat content between the rich marbling of the Berkshire and the leaner muscle of the Duroc, providing flavorful yet not excessively fatty cuts. There is consistent quality with the hardiness and efficient growth of the Duroc contribute to a reliable supply of high-quality meat. In essence, the Berkshire-Duroc cross delivers pork that is a step above the ordinary. You can expect a richer flavor, exceptional tenderness, and a satisfying juiciness in every bite.
We are confident that you will appreciate the superior quality and taste that this carefully selected crossbreed provides.​
BerkShire
Duroc
Cornish Cross
White Ranger
​We offer two distinct types of meat chickens, the Cornish Cross and the White Ranger, each with unique characteristics that result in different qualities for your table.
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Cornish Cross Chickens: These are the most common type of meat chicken available and are known for their rapid growth rate and high yield of meat, particularly in the breast area.
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White Ranger Chickens: The White Ranger is a hybrid breed known for its more moderate growth rate, robust health, and suitability for free-ranging environments.​​
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Danielle's Sourdough Goodies and Farm Made Products
Danielle bakes mostly using sourdough discard. Baking with sourdough discard offers a practical and time-efficient approach for our family with managing busy schedules, while still retaining many of the gut-friendly benefits associated with traditional sourdough.
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Unlike conventional sourdough baking, which requires long fermentation times and frequent maintenance of a starter, baking with discard allows for quicker preparation without compromising the nutritional value entirely.
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Sourdough products offered currently only at specific locations or by request.
Danielle has also been extensively researching the healing power of nature, with a particular focus on products such as natural sunscreens, skin-healing remedies, and other wellness solutions. Her goal is to create safe, effective, and nature-inspired products that support the health and well-being of the entire family.