Argyle Acres

06/06/2026

One of those mornings that reminds me why we do this. The cows were content, the grass was glowing, and everything felt right with the world.

A few minutes later, the day took a very different turn.

Pasture-raised animals get to live outdoors in the sunshine, fresh air, and natural environment we believe they deserve. But that freedom comes with risks and challenges that are part of raising animals on pasture. Getting truly pasture-raised food to your plate requires daily care, constant problem-solving, and sometimes heartbreak. We share this not for shock value, but because it’s part of the reality of farming.

We’re still investigating what may have gotten into the chicken tractors. While predator pressure is part of farming in a natural environment, that doesn’t make losses like this any easier. This is a big loss for the farm.

Sensitive images ahead.

06/02/2026

05/29/2026

🐔 What’s a Chicken Tractor and Why Does It Matter?

A chicken tractor is a portable coop that allows chickens to move across fresh pasture regularly. Instead of being confined to one area, the birds naturally fertilize, scratch, forage, and help regenerate the land as they move.

In regenerative agriculture, chicken tractors help:

✅ Build soil fertility naturally
✅ Builds better water infiltration and drought resilience
✅ Reduce pests and w**d pressure without chemicals
✅ Improve pasture health and biodiversity
✅ Cycle nutrients back into the land
✅ Creates less reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides

They also support better animal welfare practices by giving birds access to fresh grubs, grass, sunlight, airflow, and the ability to express natural behaviors like scratching, pecking, and dust bathing.

This system mirrors how nature once functioned across the Great Plains - massive herds of buffalo moved continuously across the prairie, naturally fertilizing and stimulating grassland growth. Birds followed behind, spreading nutrients, eating insects, and contributing to the health of the ecosystem.

At its best, regenerative farming recreates that relationship. Our cows mimic the role of the buffalo, grazing and moving frequently across pasture, followed by chickens that scratch through manure, spread fertility, reduce pest pressure, and continue the cycle of regeneration.

Instead of exhausting the land, movement creates renewal: healthier soil, healthier animals, and healthier food systems.

Regenerative agriculture isn’t about controlling nature, it’s about learning from it and working alongside it.

05/25/2026

Today we remember the heroes who never made it home.

As we gather around tables filled with food grown from the earth, we’re reminded that freedom and abundance are gifts paid for by sacrifice. We honor those who served with gratitude in our hearts and stewardship in our work. 🌾🇺🇸

05/17/2026

When people think about local food, they often picture the finished product: a farmers market, a farm dinner, fresh produce, artisan foods, or knowing the person who raised their food.

What often goes unseen is the advocacy that makes those things possible.

Organizations like Red Acre Center have spent years supporting small farms and producers across Utah by helping protect local food systems, educating lawmakers, and building community among growers, ranchers, and artisans. Their work has helped create opportunities for farms like Argyle Acres to exist and grow.

As a small farm, we know firsthand that thriving local agriculture depends on more than hard work in the field. It depends on community support, thoughtful policy, and people willing to advocate for small producers and direct relationships between farmers and consumers.

That’s why we’re honored to host Red Acre Center’s upcoming Farm-to-Table Fundraiser here at Argyle Acres.

This event directly supports the continued work of advocating for small farms, preserving local food access, and strengthening Utah’s agricultural community for the next generation.

An evening around the table is about more than a meal - it’s about investing in the future of local agriculture.

We’d love to have you join us. Reserve your seat following the link in our bio.

10/18/2025

Argyle Acres is entering the 21st century ⚡🐄

These are our new collars — smart collars that use GPS and sound cues to guide cows without traditional fencing. Each collar learns the cow’s movements and responds with gentle sounds or vibrations to move them where we need them.

This means we can rotate the herd more often, protect creek banks, rest pastures between grazings, and grow healthier forage — all key parts of regenerative agriculture. 🌱

Instead of spending hours moving fences, we’ll be spending that time observing the land, improving soil health, and letting nature do the work it’s meant to do.

Innovation and stewardship go hand in hand here at Argyle Acres 🤝

10/18/2025

🌾 Keeping Agriculture Alive in Ogden Valley 🌾

At Argyle Acres, we care deeply about the future of farming and ranching here in the valley. Local leadership plays a huge role in shaping how our community grows while protecting the agricultural roots that make this place special.

We believe our community’s next chapter should focus on:
• Supporting small farms and local food systems
• Preserving and promoting agriculture as part of our valley’s identity
• Providing opportunities for the next generation to find that spark and carry agriculture forward
• Encouraging regenerative and sustainable practices that heal the land

That’s why we plan on supporting We’ll continue to engage with local leaders who share these goals and are committed to helping agriculture not just survive — but thrive — here in Ogden Valley.

10/14/2025

“Asked, ‘What do we do when the goat gets out?’ Answer: release the farm dog. 😂🐐🐕 Nothing like a little morning cardio for everyone involved. ”