03/28/2023
The farm store is open normal hours this week! Stop out and browse and stock up on pork, lard, eggs and more!
Mossycup Farms
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Pasture raised, organic fed, free range & handcrafted Mossycup Farms takes its name from the huge, old mossycup oaks covering the property.
Also known as bur oak, the trees drop plenty of acorns with fringed caps that look like “mossy cups.”
Being connected to the food we eat is important to us. When we purchased our farm in 2015, our goal was to raise the highest quality food possible for our family and to teach our kids the importance of knowing where their food comes from. Mossycup Farms is small, and we like it that way. But it h
as produced well, and we are now happy to be able to offer our products for sale. Our 10-acre farm just north of Clear Lake, Iowa, was originally a dairy farm. We’ve restored the pasture, buildings, and fencing and constructed a new home for our family. Using certified organic feed and pasture grazing, we raise heritage breed pork; free-range geese, ducks, quail and chickens for meat and eggs. We produce amazing, pure-white lard for cooking and handmade lard soaps using my grandmother’s recipe. Mossycup Farms offers products direct from the farm, online, and wholesale through restaurants and grocery stores.
Operating as usual
03/27/2023
Stay tuned! Our website is down currently as we work on updates. It's going to make ordering a LOT easier! Thanks for your patience!
03/20/2023
This weekend was spent processing venison! We add 20% ground pork fat to the venison when we grind it (the pork fat is available in our farm store!) and it makes a great burger patty. You can use it any way you would any ground meat for spaghetti, tacos, meat loaf etc.
If you're processing your own, we have a kit that makes it easy and guarantees deliciousness: bit.ly/DIYvenisonkit2023
03/17/2023
If you're not able to stop out to our farm store, you can find Mossycup products around the area, too! We also offer shipping nationwide on our non-perishable items at mossycupfarms.com.
03/14/2023
The farm store is open and stocked with all sorts of good stuff. Pork galore, soaps, seasonings, eggs, and more!
Order ahead online here or stop out and browse: https://bit.ly/MossycupShop
03/13/2023
Sign of spring
Here's how we know spring is coming... one of our ducks lined her nest and is ready to brood eggs! 🐣
03/10/2023
The farm store will be open today but not until noon as we’ll be busy clearing snow this morning. Lots of newly restocked pork cuts and sausages and even eggs!
03/09/2023
We picked up feed for our pregnant sows (their babies are due next month!) and starter feed for freshly hatched birds! Kind of like feeding a small army, eh? 🐷🐣
03/07/2023
Mossycup Farms in Clear Lake receives Choose Iowa grant
We are thrilled to be a recipient of the Choose Iowa grant! We’ll be using the funds to improve the farm store, increase value added production, shipping and partnerships with other producers!
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced in a press release today that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has awarded 28 Choose Iowa cost-share grants to Iowa
03/03/2023
The farm store is stocked with a variety of pork! If you've got a craving for porkchops, we've got you covered. Sausages and bratwursts? In stock now. In the mood for a pork roast? Stop out and grab what you need! This is just a sampling of what's in stock. And remember, we always season our meat with our own seasoning blends which are organic, fair trade and always gluten free!
Visit the farm store to browse and shop, or order ahead here: https://bit.ly/MossycupFarmsShop
03/02/2023
Want the nutrient boost of organ meat without the hassle? Our Ground Pork + Organs is back in stock online and in the farm store. Can be used in any recipe that calls for ground meat. We like to season it with Italian seasoning and use it for spaghetti or bolognese http://bit.ly/3J7t1qi
02/28/2023
Chicken deposits are open! Our chickens are farm fresh, free range, and they eat certified organic feed. Order now and have one in your freezer by early summer! These sell out, so claim yours before they're gone.
Order here: https://bit.ly/2023ChickenDepositmcf
02/22/2023
We've had a couple questions, so we thought we'd share in case you've had troubles. To make an order for local delivery, you have to input your address in order to add items to your cart. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out!
You can shop our store for local delivery, farm store pickup, or nationwide shipping here: bit.ly/MossycupShop
02/21/2023
Here's a behind the scenes snapshot of our banana bread extraordinaire filming herself making our favorite recipe!
Our banana bread recipe uses lard instead of butter or oil, and it's as good as it sounds! Get the recipe here: bit.ly/MCFbananabread
02/20/2023
Customizable Bundle vs Custom Share - Mossycup Farms
If you’re curious about the differences between our customizable half hog bundle and a custom processed half hog, or you’re not sure about what might work best for you, take a look at our website. This info can help you make the best decision for you!
If you’re curious about the differences between our customizable half hog bundle and a custom processed half hog, or you’re not sure about what might work best for you, take a look at these statements. Whichever side resonates more can help you decide what to order. If you are looking for a full...
02/17/2023
Tastiest Chicken Stock
Want to make the tastiest chicken stock? It’s all about the roasting. PS: We’re now taking preorders for our broiler chickens! Order here: https://bit.ly/2023ChickenDeposit
02/16/2023
Cast Iron Seasoning With Lard
Even though we sell a special cast iron seasoning, if you’ve got lard on hand, it will do the trick for seasoning your pans, too! One big difference between the two is that lard needs to be refrigerated while our other cast iron seasoning oil is shelf stable. Here’s how we season our pans with lard.
02/16/2023
Farm store and delivery update: our full variety of pork cuts are now available at the farm store and online. Eggs have been more plentiful and so we’ve made some of those available through our website for local pick up and delivery too.
**We worked out some bugs in our local delivery ordering. If you still experience any hiccups, send us a message and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of!**
www.mossycupfarms.com
02/14/2023
The farm store will be open this week, Tuesday - Saturday from 9 AM - 6 PM! Stop out and browse, or pre-order what you need on our website and pickup at the farm!
02/14/2023
Sending you hogs and kisses this Valentine's Day! 😘🐷❤️
02/13/2023
If your skin is struggling this winter, give our lotion bar a try. It's ideal for chapped lips, hands, and skin and it works great to not only lock hydration in, but add it back, too! It ships nationwide but can also be found locally in our farm store.
Check out all of our skincare products here: https://bit.ly/MCFsoapandskin
02/12/2023
Here's an easy way to see our bundle offerings all in one place!
If you see something you like, you can shop our bundles here: https://bit.ly/MCFbundles
02/11/2023
Fresh chicken & wild rice soup is available in the farm store today!
Order up here: https://bit.ly/MCFReadyToEat
02/11/2023
No matter what you're cooking up for the big game 🏈, make sure it's seasoned well! The farm store is open today from 9 AM - 6 PM and we've got all our seasonings available for you to grab!
Order ahead here: https://bit.ly/MCFseasonings
02/10/2023
Eggs and soup are available in the farm store today! We’ve got chicken & wild rice soup and chicken, goose, duck and turkey eggs. Open 9 AM to 6 PM Tuesday through Saturday
02/09/2023
Why isn't breakfast soup a thing? Because believe me, it's good and hitting the spot!
(P.S. A fresh batch of chicken & wild rice soup will be in the farm store tomorrow!)
02/07/2023
The farm is open this week! Make sure to pre-order bundles if you're in need, as we need a little time to get those together for you. Individual cuts are available in store, too, without need for pre-order. Pre-order here: https://bit.ly/MossycupShop
Hope to see you!
02/06/2023
This risotto can be made with your choice of turkey or chicken, but know what really makes it shine? Our All the Thyme seasoning, which you can order for shipping or pickup in our farm store! It's conveniently linked in the recipe.
Find the details here: https://bit.ly/MCFrisotto
02/04/2023
REMINDER: The farm store is open today from 9 AM - 6 PM!
Since the forecast looks good for this week, it'll also be open Tuesday - Saturday from 9 AM - 6 PM.
02/03/2023
The view as I head out to the Clarion locker sure is pretty. I've been making this trip every 2 weeks to drop off pigs and pick up pork in my vintage trailer. ❄️💙
02/02/2023
The farm store will be open again this Saturday from 9 AM - 6 PM! Eggs will be available if you stop out (not for pre-order), but everything else you might need is available to order ahead should you prefer! Make sure to pre-order bundles if you're in need, as we need a little time to get those together for you. Individual cuts are available in store, too, without need for pre-order.
Take a look at our offerings here: https://bit.ly/MossycupShop
02/01/2023
Coming soon: cast iron seasoning oil! Made with our pasture raised lard and grass fed tallow, and beeswax, you can show your cast iron pans some love!
Stay tuned and we'll let you know when it's available for shipping or pickup at the farm store!
01/31/2023
With eggs in the news so much lately, we figured it's a good time to reshare this graphic. Here's how an egg is made if ever you've wondered, or if you've just had eggs on the brain a lot lately. 🥚🥚
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20573 Finch Avenue
Clear Lake, IA
50428
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 6pm |
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Let's Make Soap!
Let's make some soap! Here's how we do it! We're hosting another soap making workshop at the farm on Dec. 10 and you'll learn everything you need to know about soap making and you'll leave with 6 bars of your own! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/MCFworkshops
Seasonings
With holiday baking coming up, make sure you’re prepared with the most flavorful seasoning blends that will make your guest’s mouths water! Our seasonings are available locally and to be shipped nationwide. Order here: https://bit.ly/MCFseasonings
Oh hey, hi, hello… says the group of naughty teenage hogs that dug a hole under the fence and greeted me upon my return home! 🤦🏼♀️
It's organic feed delivery day! The animals will be happy. 🐷🐥
The girls are back from a summer at Central Gardens of North Iowa and settling in for the season!
It's true what they say: pigs are smart! 🐖
Happy Friday, friends! 🦃
Turkeys like mulberries too! 🦃
New piglets were born yesterday! 🐷💕
This little piggy…snuck through the fence to cool off in the water trough! 😝🐷
They’re not his babies, but Carl’s very interested in them. 🦚🐣
The perfect treat on a hot day: watermelon! 🍉🍉 The chickens loved it!
Moments like this. ❤ Ice cream with the dog, cat, Bob & Linda. 🍦
Ever wondered what a peacock call sounds like? Carl makes this sound whenever a car drives by or he hears a loud noise. 🦚
It’s too hot to do anything right now except sit under the shade of a tree with Ruby & watch the piglets play #pastureraised #heritagehogs #shadetree #pigletsofinstagram #clearlakeia
This is why we do what we do. ❤️
It’s raining… again. This group of piglets is cozy in the barn though and will enjoy playing in the mud later when the sun comes out #pigletsofinstagram #pastureraised #organicfed
Carl finally had some of his own to show off for! The baby peacocks (Linda & Bob) are 8 months old and it’s finally warm enough for them to be outside with the rest of the flock. Lookin’ good, Carl! 🦚
It’s a good day for hanging out in the rafters and preening yourself. 😉🦚
Carl is showing off and he sure is handsome! 🦚
Piggy pets to start your Monday off right! 🐷
They're hatching! 🐣
Day 7/8… there’s movement!
Into the incubator the eggs go, and in 3 weeks we'll have chicks! 🐣
A dose of cuteness from earlier in the week: bottle-feeding piglets getting love from the girls. 🐷❤
The pigs and the pup are enjoying a beautiful winter day on pasture. #FarmLife
Our barn cam picks up funny little moments like this that are too good not to share! Playful pigs! 🐷
Oh you know, just catching myself on camera accidentally letting a couple pigs out. At least the dog liked it! 🤣
If you’re curious about the difference between lard and leaf lard, here’s what you need to know.
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Tonight we dined on Mossycup Farms Iowa Chops prepared sous vide and finished on the grill, together with steamed veggies topped with what we refer to at our house as "the good butter" (Hope Creamery butter also from Mossycup). SO good!
❤️ Mossycup lard! 🐖
Mossycup Farms!!!!! Can’t wait for more chicken!
Thank you, Mossycup Farms! Animals raised in awesome conditions (belly rubs for birthing mama sows!). A Farm Her who cares deeply for creatures under her watchful eyes. Feed and grazing that lead to the best tasting meat! After seeing “Eating Animals”, I’m even more grateful to be your customer. You and your products are top of the line!
Thanks for your kind words and photos on Facebook today. just missed you before you left this morning
Well, we should have taken a picture, but it's all bones now... We are celebrating a night at home with a garden salad from our backyard AND Mossy Cup sirloin pork chops. Amazing!! Ron was making happy sounds. Glad we don't have people close to us 😅. Great job, Farmer Laura Tidrick!