Lentsville Farm, LLC

07/18/2026

Beef has been restocked! 🍔🍔🥩🥩

💥NEW ITEM ALERT!💥
We have (limited) tomahawk steaks now available! And boy, do they look 🤤🤤🤤

Fully restocked on ground beef, pre made beef patties, stew meat, steaks, liver, Osso Bucco and so much MORE!

07/09/2026

"To a child, the farm is a great big sandbox, the tractor is a giant toy, and every day is a dirty, beautiful adventure."

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07/03/2026

What's on the grill this weekend!?

Happy 250th Birthday America! 🇺🇲🎆

06/26/2026

Fresh Local bakery! 🥖🤤

For all our customers looking for a great bakery hookup! 😉

It is the weekend 🥳

Facebook just informed us that they will no longer allow our page to be shared due to sharing content that is not ours- even though I only post our own menus. If you can spread our name word of mouth style until this is cleared up we would appreciate it so much. It pains me how much we need to rely on social media ad a small business!

🍞 🥯 🧁- we cannot wait to see you this weekend and to show off what we have been whipping up

06/15/2026

Welcome!! 👋👋

We are a family owned dairy farm who opened a farm store during Covid to better help with farmer to consumer connections! We carry various products from not only our farm but other local farmers in the area!🐮

We have creamline milk, yogurt, cheese, cream, ice cream, beef, chicken, lamb/Mutton, pork, turkey, soaps, spices, eggs, kimchi, hot sauce, elderberry syrup, baked goods and vegetables (seasonally)! And more, but the list could be endless 😉

We are located at:
1141 Butter Bowl Rd
Cherry Valley, NY 13320

We live by the motto, "Know your farmer, Love your food!" So, please reach out with any questions! 🐂🌾

We are a complete self serve system, cash, card, check or Venmo! Open 8a-8p every day but can be open later or earlier upon request! 💚💚

06/04/2026

Day 4 of June dairy month, so why not chat about "four stomachs"!

🐄 Did You Know? Cows Don't Actually Have Four Separate Stomachs! 😮

One of the most common myths about cows is that they have four separate stomachs. In reality, cows have ONE stomach with four specialized compartments: the rumen, reticulum, omasum, and abomasum. Each section plays an important role in helping cows turn grass, hay, and other fibrous feeds into the milk and beef products we rely on every day. 🌽🌾

The largest compartment, the rumen, acts like a giant fermentation vat and can hold up to 50 gallons! Billions of beneficial microbes live there, breaking down tough plant fibers that humans cannot digest. After partially digesting feed, cows bring it back up as "cud" to chew it again, improving digestion and nutrient absorption. DID YOU KNOW, you can tell a cows comfort, health and happiness by their cud? If they chew their cud, they are happy and comfortable!

The reticulum works with the rumen to sort feed particles, while the omasum absorbs water and nutrients. Finally, the abomasum is known as the "true stomach" because it functions much like a human stomach, using acids and enzymes to digest food before it moves into the intestines.

This incredible digestive system allows cows to convert grasses and forages growing in fields into nutritious food for people. It's one of nature's most efficient recycling systems and a big reason why cattle can thrive on feeds that many other animals cannot use! Like corn stalks!

06/03/2026

Since June Dairy month isn't ONLY about the cows. Let's take a second to highlight the glorious Lentsville Ladies personal "staff" as well!

🧑‍🌾👩‍🌾 Meet our Farmers!
Lentsville Farm was established in 1996 by Martin and Helene Kraham, along with their two small boys, Kyle (6) and Keelan (5). Martin comes from a LONG line of farmers in the Cooperstown/Middlefield area for many generations! Marty and Helene begun with a few heifers and then soon had a mixed breed milking herd. After a couple years, they had decided to focus on those beautiful and spunky Jersey cows we are known for today! Our current herd is nearing 30 YEARS of careful, thoughtful breeding to gain the most well balanced Jerseys possible. Our farm is not large, we milk a range of 30-60 cows. We have over 100 animals total, ranging from Days old to 16 years old! We raise our girls, the "heifers" and they become a part of the milking herd when they mature and have calves of their own. We also pasture raise the boys "steers" to full maturity and then harvest them to sell fresh farm raised beef in our farmstore. Our goal is to be or to find local farmers/processors and bring fresh local products to a more direct option for the consumers (that's you!). We work hard to keep our girls happy and healthy and keep the farm operating. We all have "off the farm" jobs in addition to the daily tasks and demands of farm life. So, when we say we do this because we love it... believe us! 💚

If you have made it this far, Thank you for your support and interest in our small family farm! We hope to see you (maybe not physically) in the farmstand grabbing some locally sourced/grown goodies! 🐮
As always, Know your Farmer, LOVE your food! 💚💛💚💛

06/02/2026

💥💥 Breed BATTLE! comment or share with your favorite breed to see who wins! 💥💥

Next up for June dairy month, let's dabble in a little bit of breed discussion(or battle shall we!?)! While there are many breeds of dairy cattle, mixed breeds and also "non dairy" breeds that are also used for dairy needs, there are 6 dairy breeds that are the most common in the dairy industry!

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The 6 Main Dairy Breeds: What Makes Each One Unique?

🐄 Not all dairy cows are created equal! Each breed brings its own strengths to the dairy industry, whether it's higher milk production, richer components, longevity, or adaptability. Here's a quick comparison of the six major dairy breeds found in North America.

⚫🤍🐄 Holstein
The Milk Production Leader

Largest dairy breed (average mature weight ~1,500 lbs.)
Produces the highest volume of milk (27,000+ lbs. per lactation)
Black-and-white (or red-and-white) coloring
Lower butterfat and protein percentages than most other breeds
Ideal for farms focused on maximizing milk volume
Best Known For: High milk yield

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🤎🐂 Jersey
The Component Champion

Smallest of the major dairy breeds (average ~1,000 lbs.)
Produces milk with the highest butterfat (4.9%) and protein (3.8%) levels
From Light brown ("fawn") color to Dark brown almost black. And can also have white spots in some genetics
Efficient feed converters and known for calving ease
Popular for cheese, butter, and premium dairy products
Best Known For: Rich, high-component milk

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🩶 Brown Swiss
The Durable Workhorse

One of the oldest dairy breeds, originating in Switzerland
Large-framed cows (~1,500 lbs.)
Produces high volumes of milk with strong protein levels
Known for longevity, sound feet and legs, and calm temperament
Adaptable to a wide range of climates
Best Known For: Longevity and durability

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❤️ Ayrshire
The Efficient Grazer

Originated in Scotland
Medium-sized cows (~1,250 lbs.)
Red-and-white coloration
Produces moderate milk volumes with good component levels
Strong feet and legs make them excellent pasture and grazing animals
Best Known For: Efficiency and grazing ability

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⭐️ Guernsey
The "Golden Milk" Cow

Originated on the Isle of Guernsey
Produces milk with naturally high butterfat and a golden color due to elevated beta-carotene
Medium-sized breed (~1,200 lbs.)
Gentle disposition and efficient feed utilization
Best Known For: Rich golden-colored milk

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🤎🤍❤️ Milking Shorthorn
The Versatile Breed

One of the earliest dairy breeds brought to North America
Red, white, or roan coloring
Moderate milk production with balanced components
Known for fertility, adaptability, and dual-purpose heritage
Best Known For: Versatility and adaptability

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Every dairy breed has a purpose. Whether your goal is milk volume, milk quality, longevity, grazing performance, or overall versatility, there's a breed that fits the job.

Which breed is your favorite? ⬇️ 🤔🤔

06/01/2026

Kick off to June Dairy month! 🥛🧀

Message us with any questions you'd like to see answered or highlighted this week!!

But we can start the month off with a few common Questions asked!

How much milk does a cow produce? 🐄🐂
An average dairy cow produces about 8 to 10 gallons (roughly 60 to 90 pounds) of milk per day, depending heavily on the breed (e.g., Holsteins produce higher volumes, while Jerseys produce less but with higher butterfat). We currently milk a full registered herd of Jersey cows here at Lentsville Farm!

What do dairy cows eat?🌽🌾
A dairy nutritionist designs a specialized diet containing about 100 pounds of feed per day. This diet is a blend of hay, grain, corn silage (chopped corn stalks), essential vitamins and minerals and sometimes other proteins like soybean meal. . They also drink between 30 to 50 gallons of water daily.

How are dairy farms regulated?📝✅️
Milk is one of the most strictly regulated agricultural products, especially in NYS. All states have their own set of regulations in addition to those from the federal ag and markets level. Farms are subject to rigorous bi-annual health and sanitation inspections, and the milk undergoes constant quality controls from the moment it leaves the farm until it reaches the grocery store. Therefore, ALL milk you can buy at retail is tested and 100% confirmed antibiotic FREE! We also participate with the F.A.R.M program which focuses more on animal welfare and husbandry care!

What are the differences of raw, creamline, whole, reduced fat, and fat free milk? 🥛🥛
All of these choices are 100% real cow’s milk. Types of milk vary by percentage of milkfat (the amount of fat that is in the milk by weight) and the processing before bottling. Whole milk contains 3.25% fat by weight — the closest to the way it comes out of the cow. There are also other options for those who have different taste preferences or health needs, including reduced fat (2%), low fat (1%) and fat free milk. While the amount of milkfat does affect the number of calories and fat in each serving, all milk remains a naturally nutrient-rich and wholesome food packed with 13 essential nutrients. Raw milk is when no processing happens after the cow is milked other than cooling. Creamline milk is where milk is minimally processed before bottling, creamline keeps the natuarl form of milk but is Pastureized before bottling, but not Homogenized like the conventional whole milk you find in the grocery store.

05/18/2026

Warm weather has FINALLY arrived!!

We know what that means! Grills are out and smoking, and we have all that you need to fill it!

A fresh supply of pork ribs, pork belly, beef brats, burgers and more! Make sure to stop in and stock up on a variety of delicious local meats! 💚💚