HK Farmstead

01/01/2025

Here's to a new year and new opportunities!

12/18/2024

Oh who am I kidding? Chickens ARE the drug! 😅

12/17/2024

Fresh out of the oven, she's the first of this week's batch 😊

12/13/2024

We are at the Jewett Flea Market!!! Come see us!

12/12/2024

Here we go again. The old "not even close to freezing but still freezes"....it's legitimate, too, because my puddle out front was frozen. How do you get it this wrong? Even NWS was 36. Anyone else have a weatherman that needs to be fired?

12/06/2024

Norbert (the drake in the back) is a little camera shy today but the ladies are all about their glamor shot 😆

11/30/2024

This is why I have trust issues 🙃
The weatherman and I gonna have to have a talk! It wasn't suppose to freeze tonight!

11/28/2024

Today, my chickens are thankful for the generously donated turkey which means they will not be gracing the dinner table... Yet 😆

11/25/2024

Amazing what you can find on property that hasn't been touched in decades!

An evening bout of adventure with my boy led to stumbling upon what looked like a vehicle frame. Closer inspection revealed it was a trailer! The number of t...

11/22/2024

Ruminant animals are fascinating creatures that play an essential role in our food chain. These unique herbivores, which include cows, sheep, ans goats, have a special digestive system designed to convert tough, fibrous plant materials into nutrient-rich meat products. They can take what is inedible for us and transform it into delicious food that nourishes millions.

The secret behind their ability lies in their multi-chambered stomachs. Ruminants possess a unique digestive process that enables them to break down cellulose, a complex carbohydrate found in plants. When ruminants eat, they initially store their food in the rumen, where it ferments with the help of specialized bacteria. This fermentation process allows them to extract nutrients from food that we, as humans, cannot digest.

Beyond their fascinating biology, ruminants contribute significantly to sustainable agriculture. By converting inedible plants into high-quality protein sources, they help maintain a balance in ecosystems and promote the efficient use of resources. Ruminant farming ensures that land is utilized effectively while providing numerous edible meat products that support food security worldwide.

Next time you enjoy a delicious steak or lamb chop, remember the incredible journey that food has taken—from inedible plants to a vital part of our diet—thanks to the remarkable ability of ruminant animals!

11/21/2024

There will never be enough chickens 👀

Just saying 🤷‍♀️

11/15/2024

This is me. Everything has a use! And it never fails, EVERY time I decide to throw something out, a short time later I regret it. It's a never ending battle against clutter vs repurpose 😅 What's something you threw out and regretted because you needed it soon after?

11/15/2024

Keep it going!

To ALL my friends who are SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS: Post ONE picture of an item you sell, or something that represents your business, or about a service you provide 😃

NO prices
NO L͟I͟N͟K͟S͟

If my friends are interested, they’ll contact you.

*Rule*
You MUST RE-POST this on your timeline immediately after posting your photos....

-One person per company 😉

It’s almost holiday gift 🎁 giving season and I would rather help a small business than a corporation ❤️🌈

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11/12/2024

Unfortunate day for the company but good that no chickens were killed.

This is what the “First In” unit rolled into this morning at the Chicken House fire in Marquez. Thankfully there were no chickens in that building at the time.