https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog daily 0.75 2025-03-13 https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/our-2025-season-starts-now-heres-what-you-need-to-know monthly 0.5 2025-03-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/9ee1a063-98dd-4021-a582-f5411d7a5721/meet+your+farmer+at+fresh+food+fridays%21.jpg Learn - Our 2025 Season Starts Now - Here’s What you Need to Know - 2024 was a wild year for our farm family. We more than tripled the number of chickens we raised on pasture to 17,000, brought our chicken processor under USDA inspection, partnered with Home Place Pastures to bring y’all Pasture Raised Pork and Grass Fed Beef, and made over 1,000 local home deliveries, alongside our farmers markets, restaurants, and local retail partners. If you’ve been following our farm since the beginning, you watched us grow, take steps back, and pivot more than once; Behind the scenes, we battled long term health challenges, more than one family tragedy, financial uncertainty, and more, and it would be untruthful to say we were always sure we’d make it. We did make it, and the word that is most on our minds is gratitude. We barely had time to take stock of the incredible season we had in 2024 before it was time to roll up our sleeves and get to work on bringing you a bigger and (we believe) much better season in 2025, but first, today and always: THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR FARM. Whether you subscribed to our 2024 Flock Share, ordered for home delivery, found us at your local farmers market or store, or simply followed along on this journey from afar, we don’t take you for granted, and we’re grateful to continue to serve our community in 2025. Another word on our minds? Excitement. Our first chickens of the season are weeks from leaving the pasture and heading for your plate, and preorders are open today! We’ll be making some big changes to how we receive and fulfill your local online orders. Here’s the DL. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/9bod6g3tyy23yihcbm5oedmated3tj monthly 0.5 2025-02-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/447fc19f-f103-44a5-afe1-bac85f28cce2/healthblog1.png Learn - Unlocking Athletic Performance with Pastured Chicken - The Nutritional Benefits of Pasture Raised Chicken for Training and Recovery For each living creature, the food it chooses to eat plays the most critical role in its health. On our farm, we see this in the chickens we raise on pasture: Our chickens enjoy their natural diet of forage and insects, supplemented with the best non-GMO feed we can find. When compared to conventionally mass produced chicken, fed cheap grain in confinement, it is clear which is the healthy bird. The same is true of each of us humans - we need an occasional trip to the doctor or help from medication, but ultimately, the food we eat day in, day out has the greatest influence on our health. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/5ab8ab03-4813-49b2-b6c8-156f4f03632f/pasturechicken2.jpg Learn - Unlocking Athletic Performance with Pastured Chicken - Pasture Raised Chicken Powers Recovery with Better Omega 3s Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that our bodies need but cannot produce on their own. Our pasture raised chickens are fed a natural diet that includes grasses and insects along with our non-GMO feed, leading to a higher concentration of omega-3s in their meat compared to conventionally raised chickens. The Benefits for You: These healthy fats are essential for their anti-inflammatory properties, which can be particularly beneficial for athletes who put their bodies under significant stress. Consuming omega-3s may help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation after intense workouts, speeding up recovery and allowing you to train harder, more frequently. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1739804441875-662YV2FUSSQ3F2DKYI1Q/healthblog2.png Learn - Unlocking Athletic Performance with Pastured Chicken - Pasture Raised Chicken Optimizes Muscle Growth with Better Protein Protein is the essential ingredient for muscle repair and growth, particularly after intense workouts. Pasture raised chicken offers a superior protein profile, boasting much higher amounts of essential amino acids than its conventional counterparts. This is primarily due to the more nutritious diet the chickens consume while foraging. The Benefits for You: The high quality, natural protein found in pasture raised chicken supports muscle synthesis and recovery after exercise. By integrating this protein source into your diet, you can improve your body’s ability to repair and build muscle, ultimately enhancing performance. Additionally, consuming sufficient protein helps maintain lean muscle mass, which is crucial for overall athletic performance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/4ba54947-9fe7-4335-aba0-d03d7b1cae56/DSC09671.jpg Learn - Unlocking Athletic Performance with Pastured Chicken - Pasture Raised Chicken Is Lower in Unhealthy Fats Another standout benefit of pasture raised chicken is its lower saturated fat content. Compared to conventionally raised chicken, which may contain higher levels of unhealthy fats due to diet and farming practices, pasture raised chicken provides a leaner protein choice. The Benefits for You: Lower saturated fat means you can enjoy a protein-rich meal without the negative health implications often associated with high-fat diets. This can lead not only to better weight management but also improved cardiovascular health—factors that are crucial for endurance and overall athletic performance. Maintaining a healthy heart allows for sustained energy during workouts and quicker recovery times. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/why-pasture-raised-pork monthly 0.5 2025-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/136a5cd9-1002-42ff-aed2-4bd1c6a72bf0/IMG_9710.jpg Learn - Why Pasture Raised Pork? Every chicken you buy from Riley Family Farms is raised on pasture and hand process by our family in Mississippi. Last year, we raised over 17,000 chickens, and plan on even more this year! When you have that many birds on the mind every day, making room for many other animals - like cows or hogs - can be a challenge. That’s why we partner with other local, regeneratively managed Mississippi based farms to offer grass finished beef and pasture raised heritage pork in a one stop shop! When it comes to purchasing meat for our family, we think it’s important to consider not just the taste and price, but also the health and environmental impact of our choices. The clear standout option for pasture raised, regeneratively farmed heritage pork in North Mississippi is Home Place Pastures, a family farm in Como, MS, who serve our community with pork as well as grass fed beef via their farm, USDA processor, and on farm restaurant. Why buy pasture raised pork from Home Place Pastures? Here are our four reasons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/578ba046-f895-4eb4-8009-8b6793a8cab7/IMG_2316.jpg Learn - Why Pasture Raised Pork? - 1. Better Nutrition and Flavor One of the most compelling reasons to upgrade to pasture raised pork from Home Place Pastures is the superior nutritional value it offers. Heritage breeds, raised on their lush pastures rather than in crowded feedlots, deliver rich flavors and outstanding fat quality. You’ll find higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins, which are crucial for your family’s health. Moreover, the taste of pasture-raised pork is unmatched. Chefs and food enthusiasts from Nashville to New Orleans rave about the delightful, unique flavors that these hogs provide—flavors that are a result of their natural diet and lifestyle. The better marbling in the meat not only enhances tenderness but also adds to its flavor, upgrading mealtime to a enriching culinary experience for families. Choosing regeneratively farmed pork means savoring food that’s not just healthier, but also tastier. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/a5dd2dd9-9b2f-4b98-9a1f-3d4f134c9c6c/IMG_5661.jpg Learn - Why Pasture Raised Pork? - 2. Better Animal Welfare and Ethical Farming Ethics matter when it comes to food, especially when we feed it to our loved ones. Home Place Pastures goes the extra mile to have their pork Certified Humane, and their pigs enjoy a life that allows them to roam freely, engage in natural behaviors, and socialize with other animals. This humane treatment contrasts sharply with modern farming practices, where animals are often confined in stressful conditions throughout their life Regenerative farming practices emphasize the overall wellbeing of animals, ensuring that they are raised under ethical standards. By supporting local regenerative farms like Home Place Pastures, your family can feel good knowing they are choosing pork from farmers who prioritize animal welfare—not just profit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/301b43f5-faa2-4e3b-8022-53aa74917ede/61B6F138-4126-43F1-A369-6F277731C9E5.jpg Learn - Why Pasture Raised Pork? - 3. Better Environmental Sustainability and Impact Every meal we consume has an impact on our planet. Pasture raised pork from Home Place Pastures is a choice that promotes sustainability. Their farm champions practices that enhance soil health, promote biodiversity, and reduce the carbon footprint associated with meat production. Compared to modern farming methods, their regenerative practices contribute to a healthier environment by improving carbon sequestration and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, hogs on regenerative farms play a vital role in nutrient cycling, effectively minimizing waste and enhancing the overall ecosystem health on the farm. By choosing pasture raised pork, your family invests in a more sustainable food system that supports the planet for future generations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/30243139-04d7-430f-86dc-3fd62e13b9d2/DAAD9CAB-8CFF-494E-B497-83200F88AE8B.jpg Learn - Why Pasture Raised Pork? - 4. Support for Our Local Farm Economy and Transparency In addition to being tastier and healthier for people, planet, and livestock, buying pasture raised pork from Home Place Pastures helps boost our local farm economy. By sourcing from local regenerative farms, your family can support small scale farmers who are committed to sustainable practices. By fostering a robust local food economy, we strengthen community and foster a connection with the food that sustains us. And purchasing Home Place Pastures from Riley Family Farms means greater transparency for the food on your plate. Our farms adhere to stringent standards and are open about our practices, allowing your family to to make informed choices about what you eat. In today’s world, where our food choices significantly impact health, community, and the environment, opting for pasture raised, regeneratively farmed heritage pork from local farms like Home Place Pastures is a choice that stands above the rest. It’s not only about supporting ethical farming practices, but also about enhancing your family’s nutrition and taste experiences while contributing positively to the environment and local economy. The benefits are clear: choosing Home Place Pastures pork is a better and more responsible choice for families looking to nourish their loved ones with quality food! https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/2024-season-sneak-peek-3-things-that-havent-changed-at-rff monthly 0.5 2024-04-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/67932c47-d14c-4ad2-bd7f-74df7187bb8c/fam.jpg Learn - 2024 Season Sneak Peek + 3 Things that Haven’t Changed at RFF - Make it stand out We have more than doubled our chicken production this year, enabling us to better meet our community's need for healthy, flavorful, and sustainable chicken- and also enabling us to add even more family members to the team. While we still grow our young chicks for the first 2-3 weeks in our brooders in Marshall County, another change is that we are now utilizing land in Desoto County for our mobile range coops. This is land that has been used by my grandfather for conventional row crops for decades, and we are excited to see this soil built up and improved by regenerative agriculture methods. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/food-as-community monthly 0.5 2024-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/0a34058a-89ba-42bf-aa9d-271b7c497b2a/table+set.jpg Learn - The Breakfast From The Grocer Problem: 5 Ways Our Food System Hurts Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/meal-plan-two-ways-to-use-your-rff-flock-share-box monthly 0.5 2024-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/7db29dea-4e21-4cfd-9fc9-e6a6b48db5aa/roast+chicken.jpg Learn - Meal Plan: Two Ways to Use Your RFF Flock Share Box - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/2b3db445-cfaf-4cb1-b9df-85ce7e261d0e/Flock+Share+Family+Meal+Plan.jpg Learn - Meal Plan: Two Ways to Use Your RFF Flock Share Box - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/d1a199ee-7700-4e17-bd3b-3f8af007499c/Flock+Share+Small+Family+Meal+Plan.jpg Learn - Meal Plan: Two Ways to Use Your RFF Flock Share Box - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/pasture-raised-chicken-salad-full-recipe monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/d50b0db5-ffda-4888-8cab-8174ddfbfed6/chicken+salad+video.jpg Learn - Best Ever Chicken Salad made with Pastured Chicken {Printable recipe} Best Ever Pastured Chicken Salad 2 cups Shredded Chicken 3/4 cup Mayonnaise 1 Celery Stalk, Chopped 1 Apple, Chopped 1/4 cup Chopped Almonds or Pecans 1/2 tsp Dried Dill 1/2 tsp Granulated Onion 1/2 tsp Granulated Garlic Salt and Pepper generously Thoroughly mix all ingredients, by hand or in a stand mixer. Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to three days. * Optional additional add-ins include quartered grapes, dried cranberries, crumbled bacon, quartered cherry tomatoes- the options are endless! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/724f87ab-390e-429d-96c2-b4bb4b77be55/chicken+salad+recipe+card.jpg Learn - Best Ever Chicken Salad made with Pastured Chicken {Printable recipe} - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/hummus-with-pastured-raised-chicken-broth-new-video-on-youtube monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/youtube-flu-buster-soup-with-pastured-chicken-delicious-recipe monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/growing-season-begins-3-things-rff-chicks-get-on-day-one monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/45dfe97d-3587-4baf-bfe1-7e92b95ea31c/IMG_3801+%281%29.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One Addie snapped this picture of our Valentine’s Day “date”- introducing chicks to the brooder! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/8b87312e-4d2c-4404-b1dd-26f430754cb8/IMG_8865.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One - Make it stand out From day one, our chickens get a splash of raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar in their water to enhance digestion and growth and ensure a strong immune system. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/3eb71d1f-bc16-449f-833e-ddb8929d9b88/chicks.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107209066-LAN1U1757P5WOJ5TGMYD/ben.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107304412-ZMIPNC1K5UY8B64FACXY/evie+chcisk.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107311177-8DMBI7ZPJTSJHXL466AE/chicks.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107304000-WRHFZB1B27O9SZQBBWM7/IMG_5902.JPEG Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107306560-BOOZ6PNB3AOGKV3478UC/IMG_4540.JPG Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107309509-RLNEERCBVUUN3ZQJ32MK/serena+chicks.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107309345-B8QSAH3LEWBQN6VWTA6P/little+chick.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1708107306645-MBSB0DD0ILSE2OR3DCBK/single+chcik.jpg Learn - Growing Season Begins + 3 Things RFF Chicks Get on Day One https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/the-long-road-back-to-where-we-started monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/a3832158-b62d-4309-80dd-5f163c438777/unnamed.jpg Learn - The Long Road Back to Where we Started - Make it stand out Hannah Riley at the Hernando Farmers Market in 2012 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/5f34140f-8ac0-4615-9bcf-863eec965f00/unnamed-6.png Learn - The Long Road Back to Where we Started - Make it stand out Paul Leslie Riley the 1st with his prized tomato plants in Eudora, Ms https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/8d369c51-f6e3-4f12-a9f1-572e61cff2cf/chickens.jpg Learn - The Long Road Back to Where we Started - Make it stand out Evie Frederick with one of our chicken flocks in 2023 https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/take-our-survey-and-get-30-off-your-next-purchase monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/8794d3eb-67e8-41d4-a88c-268dfb76eb7c/Riley+Family+Farms+-+174+of+1363.jpg Learn - Take Our Survey [and Get $30 Off Your Next Purchase!] - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/winter-at-riley-family-farms-save-30-on-your-next-rff-order monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/5d52b184-b70c-4ccc-8717-322ba8c697db/mom+wheelbarrow.jpg Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order - Each year we are asked the same question over and over- by friends, family, or new acquaintances who have just heard that we farm: “So, do things slow down for you in the winter?” When we are working nearly around the clock in the middle of summer all while raising kids and trying to keep up with friends and family- though we love what we do, we want to call it the “busy season” and we want to tell ourselves “things will slow down for us in the winter.” The truth, which you have probably already guessed, is that things do not slow down for us in the winter. But things change. The busyness shifts and new priorities take the place of the ones we set aside for the season when the last meat birds are processed at the end of November. As farmers, we embrace the changing seasons with open arms. The cool autumn breezes bring welcome relief to our sunburned skin and we watch the beauty of the falling leaves with glad hearts. When winter comes we see the decaying plant matter and animal waste and are amazed again at the knowledge that, while the earth appears to have died for the season, it is in reality brimming with life- that very decay is feeding our soil, just waiting for the warmth of spring to unveil it's masterpiece of green. And we enter the Riley Family Farms winter: we improve, we innovate, and we eat soup made from the chicken we've stored up in the freezer. Winter for our farm will end next week when our first chicks of the season go into the brooder. Here is a glimpse of some of what we have been up to since our last birds went through the processor late last fall: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/7ce09ad7-758e-4005-9032-24db48ca3c2e/planning.JPEG Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order - Collaborating We have spent countless hours over the past few months planning and strategizing on how to have an even better year this year. We repeatedly sit down together to zoom out and look at the big picture, focusing on our vision and values- then we zoom back in and make sure we are applying those to every area of our farm. One thing we love about being a family business- particularly with such a large family- is that we have so many perspectives to bring to the team meeting table (which often doubles as the dinner table!). We can’t wait to share what we have in store for this year- and we need your help to make some final decisions! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/88e5d82b-b6b3-438c-99f7-a6977a64681f/evie+measure.jpg Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order - Construction and Maintenance In addition to seasonal maintenance and cleaning, we are adding two more chick brooders to our farm this year and upgrading our movable on pasture shelters. Caleb has been a busy man this winter between site prep, building, and the inevitable trips to the local hardware store for that one forgotten item. This is one of the kid’s favorite things to be involved in and an area where the older ones have learned to be a huge help. At this rate we have just a few more winters before Addie will be heading up the construction while Caleb supervises with a cup of coffee! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1707424675817-G77PE9EB0Z1Y1Z4KHZM5/snow+cows.jpg Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1707424930619-EKKS2PL1YM2LANQ5RXDF/Anna+with+cow.jpg Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1707424999367-AXVPU37IPAFDPDZC46IF/lewis+snow.jpg Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1707425017428-1DTA1J05DFME3FMQI5JW/feeding+cows.JPEG Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1707425046478-2MX6WKQZNET9GP37L0RO/sheep.JPEG Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/1707424981250-ATVXJDO7T64LZHH0HKXP/cows.jpg Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/6af28be7-05cd-47b4-a34b-fdd0c9ec68ab/soup.JPG Learn - Winter at Riley Family Farms + Save $30 on Your Next RFF Order - Cooking (and eating!) Winter is the time for all the cozy meals and we can’t wait to share what Christy has been making on our YouTube channel tomorrow! https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/ati3ftjyw2njx5kuzje1f9irpaw0tb monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://www.rileyfamilyfarms.com/blog/get-to-know-the-riley-family-farms-family monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/9b24c81d-be8b-4e49-87f9-a6d807867eb7/big+family.JPG Learn - Get To Know The Riley Family Farms Family - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65a6ba2bf7ca137771664e81/0b93d6c4-433a-47d1-b497-02abbff0f6bc/boots.JPG Learn - Get To Know The Riley Family Farms Family - RAISING FOOD AND RAISING FAMILIES Integrated into our day job raising chicken and poultry for our Mississippi and Tennessee neighbors, we seek to live off the land and grow as much of what our family eats as possible on our homestead in Marshall County, MS. On any given day you may find Caleb in the abattoir processing chicken while Josiah tends chicks in the brooder, Les harvests produce from the garden, I (Ellen) am in the barn milking Bessie, and Christy is in the kitchen utilizing the chicken, vegetables, and raw milk to make a pot pie to share for dinner- and several us probably have a small gang of little ones underfoot, learning skills that we know will serve them their whole lives. 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