What’s New on the Farm
October was a busy month, getting things wrapped up before the snow comes. Our cattle were out on pasture this year until November 8th, which we think might almost be a new record! It was a great pasture season which we are very grateful for. We’ve also been working at cutting wood – a common fall activity, in preparation for next winter.
We now have 3 (going on 4) batches of new piglets, pregnancy checks on the cows have been performed, and the calves from 2025 have been weaned. Our last batch of chickens went to the butcher on October 15, and all of the chicken is now in the freezer. The fields look empty, and everyone is ready for their winter rest.
Stock Issues
Our customers are so understanding and patient with us (generally) but we do get plenty of questions about out-of-stock items. Lately, we have even been low on stock for staple items like ground beef! Rest assured that we are doing our best to increase production and keep more in the freezer to have on hand. Beef and pork are coming this week!
We butcher cattle and pigs once a month, usually around the middle of the month. Planning ahead and ordering for delivery at the end of the month really helps us out! That said, just because something might say “out of stock” doesn’t mean it definitely is, so put that order in anyway and let us try to get it to you in time.
New and Returning Products
HOT DOGS ARE BACK! After a hiatus of several months, we now have many beef/pork hot dog weiners in stock!
We are also happy to see the return of sliced, ready-to-eat maple ham. We will be stocking these regularly again and have a good amount in stock!
New Education Article by Ted
Ted has just published the second part in our series about the organic standard. This is an effort to better inform our customers about why we stick with the organic standard year after year.
Part 1: Quality Claims – Are you Confused Yet?