Spring Oak Farm, LLC

05/13/2022

First of all, let me apologize for our extended absence.. the last 6 months have been an absolute whirlwind! The holidays, Jake and I got engaged, finally made a trip to PA, a flock of birds left, a flock of birds came, calving season happened, oh yeah, and we planned a wedding and got married in 4 months! It’s been a little busy 🤣 At any rate, we’re back! And I couldn’t help but share this photo.

Anyone who knows much about the farm knows that our cattle herd has been a bit of a logistical nightmare.. we don’t have a working facility (yet) and the fence we inherited with the farm needs a lot of love and is a work in progress. So, last year we ended up with a few young bulls along with our Hereford herd bull mixed in with our cows, which has made calving season this year very interesting! Some have been the expected red white face, some black, some gray white faced… just a pot luck, and it’s been fun, but still not optimal. We have a lot of goals in mind for our cattle program and, aside from acquiring our pure bred Brahmans, 2021 was kind of a wash.

Spring calving season is just about through here and yesterday we were blessed with this beauty. I know I’m partial, but she’s probably the prettiest calf I’ve ever seen. Her momma, Elvis, is a first calf heifer and very small. She just kind of never grew. We’ve been patiently waiting for her to calf and praying everything went fine. I’m happy to report, both Elvis and her calf are doing great! Thank God!

All of this goes to say I get reminded in a million little ways all the time how Jake and I were meant to be here. This pretty little calf is a product of a situation that a lot of people would have thrown their hands up at, sold all their cattle, and started over when the time and situation were better. We aren’t those people. The Stull Family is made up of two people who have a lifetime of finding silver linings in every cloud and making lemonade from what seems like an endless supply of lemons. Is it easy? Nope! But there’s a reason this little calf was born on our farm, and I never miss a chance to honor God’s handy work.. and sense of humor! So, welcome to the farm, sweet babe! We’re so glad you’re here!

11/25/2021

We love our Brahmers ❤️

Happy Thanksgiving!!!
“FEAR” This young man had no idea they were chasing him because they thought he had feed. His first day on the job. He thought they were trying to get him. Sometimes in life we run from our fears (problems) instead of facing them. He said he had always heard Brahmans were Mean. Hence the old saying “Don’t believe anything you hear and half the things you see”. To his surprise they are actually Docile. Not all of our Cattle can you pet but there easily handled. We breed them for Docility. Brahmans are a breed that is misunderstood because they look a little different. I’ve seen “mean” cattle in all breeds just as I’ve seen it in people. They love there calves as any Momma should. Instead of us running from a situation (our fears) face it. This young man has turned out to be a good Ranch Hand and now Loves Brahman Cattle.
Brahmans: Heat Tolerant, Longevity, Insect Resistant, Maternal and yes you guessed it Docile.
May the Lord Bless You All and Have a Great Thanksgiving.

11/18/2021

Things are g[r]o[w]ing well on the farm! 🤣😂 See what I did there?! The birds are settled in nicely! (And we’re praying it stays that way 🤞🙏🤞) Also, little man is just as sweet and handsome as ever!

11/09/2021

A 21 hour day for both of us, followed by putting birds in both houses on 2 hours of sleep…BUT! We have birds! 🙌🏻Thank you, 🙌🏻thank you 🙌🏻THANK YOU to our friends who showed up to help! Frog, Ray, Aaron & Patrick, we couldn’t have done it without y’all!! 🎉 Now, time for lunch and a nap!! 🌭 😴

11/07/2021

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Food labeling is confusing. But do not be deceived!

When orange juice says it's non-GMO, please recognize that all oranges are non-GMO. The only potential GMO products in the USA are papaya, corn, alfalfa, soybeans, cotton, potatoes, squash, canola, sugar beets, and apples.

When organic milk is labeled antibiotic free, remember that all dairy products, including milk, are always antibiotic free. Same applies to meat.

Those bananas advertised as cholesterol free? That's because all bananas are cholesterol free.

When a jar of peanuts says it is made in a plant that processes peanuts just use your common sense and roll your eyes.

When a bag of apples says it is gluten free, remember that gluten comes from wheat.

When you see a Facebook post that talks about hormones in beef, please understand that an 8oz serving of beef has 2-3 nanograms of estrogen, an 8 oz serving of white bread has 136,080 nanograms of estrogen, and 8 ounces of soy flour has 342,468,000 nanograms of estrogen. All living things produce estrogen, it's just science.

When that carton of eggs says that they came from vegetarian fed chickens, don't forget that chickens are naturally omnivores.

So yes, eat healthy, but don't be swayed by deceptive advertising. Be informed.

No farms, no food. Know your farmers, know your food.

11/05/2021

Introducing Spring Oak Farm’s first employee! Dinger leaves in the morning to attend cattle dog training. Here’s to hoping he does fantastic and comes home ready to work! 💙

10/31/2021

Sunday afternoon golf cart ride and feeding some snacks. These cows aren’t spoiled at all 🤣

10/28/2021

Turkey prep is in full swing.. A little less than 2 weeks until birds arrive! 🦃

10/28/2021

This stud muffin has made big changes in his first 40 days! I can’t wait to watch him continue to develop 💪

10/28/2021

This stud muffin has made big changes in his first 40 days! I can’t wait to see him continue to develop 💪