We raised ducks this year for the first time. We trialed 2 different duck breeds; the Jumbo Pekin duck and the Grimaud Hybrid Pekin duck. This report also talks about what we learned along the way, as we augmented our pastured poultry operation to include raising ducks on pasture. Click on the link to read the […]
2nd Feed Trial : Soy vs. Soy-free
Last summer (2017) we trialed standard organic soy feed vs. standard organic soy-free vs. ‘new’ Fertrell soy-free blend. The soy-free chickens, both the standard organic soy-free, and the ‘new’ Fertrell soy-free blend were pretty disappointing. You can read more about that 2017 trial. So we did it again. This time with just two different types […]
Pork Roast with Lemon Sauce
Crockpot Ham with Lemon Sauce Rub thawed 2-4lb uncured ham or shoulder roast with 1Tbl salt and 1tsp ground pepper. Place roast in a crockpot on low for 4-6hr. When cooked, drain and reserve the juices. -Put 1/4C of the resulting juices in a sauce pan and add 1/2 a finely chopped onion or 1 finely chopped leek. -Cook onion or […]
We Don’t Fit Into Labels
“So, what are you? Organic? Natural? Sustainable? Grass-fed? Free-range?” This question eventually comes up in conversation when we talk about what we do because these are the labels people see advertised and in the store. But, we don’t fit into a specific label. The Organic label is trademarked by USDA which means that unless you […]
Petite Tender Medallions
Petite Tender Medallions with Persillade Relish Rub thawed Petite Tender with salt and pepper, and let it rest at room temperature, ideally for an hour, while you make the Persillade Relish. Persillade Relish Combine all ingredients in a small bowl (or chop in a food processor): 3/4 C fresh minced parsley 3 cloves of garlic, […]
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