Root Down Farm

Root Down Farm Root Down Farm is a queer-owned farm where we pasture raise chickens, ducks, turkeys, pigs, and 2 kiddos while producing delicious & honest meat.

Our products are available at 2 year round farmers markets, Bay Area retail outlets and restaurants. Located in the beautiful Cloverdale Valley in Pescadero, California, our farm is perfect for growing delicious grass. Here we are dedicated to raise each of the animals in the most humane and ecologically sound way possible, while rotating through the pastures and improving the soils. We believe that the best tasting meat comes from happy and healthy animals, and design our management systems around the natural behaviors and needs of the animals themselves.

*The chickens that we are committed to raising for meat are all heritage breeds, which according to the Sustainable Poultry Network are described as; able to naturally reproduce and be genetically maintained, capable of enjoying outdoor pasture and grow at a normal slow growth rate. Slow growth means strong skeletal structure, normal organ development, more muscle and texture to the meat, more nutrient and genetic strength with strong immunities. These are the kinds of birds our grandparents raised for many generations!

09/24/2026

The thing about buying from us in person is that you get to ask the questions.

Where it’s from, how it was raised, what to do with it.

We have answers because we did the work.

SF farmers’ markets, every weekend. Bring your appetite and your questions.

09/22/2026

View from above: fresh pasture, rested pasture, repeat.

Every move we make with the animals builds soil.

That’s how regenerative works. Regularly moving animals prevents overgrazing and allows the land to recover.

Healthier soil. Healthier animals.

09/11/2026

Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be good.

Sausage, whatever’s in season, one pan, five minutes.

Tonight, that’s RDF sausage, zucchini and summer squash from the market.

09/11/2026

Root Down Farm, Pescadero. Follow along for the work, the land, the life, and where to buy.

09/09/2026

no caption needed, just feel it.

09/04/2026

Before the field, there was the brooder.

At four weeks old, the turkeys had already found the camera, and curiosity was winning. Turkeys have a reputation for being, let’s say, high-maintenance, so our job during those first weeks was to keep every one warm, fed, and thriving.

They passed with flying colors.

Now they’re out on fresh pasture, running around the field. We’ll show you where their curiosity took them next.

These labels are a little map of where Root Down goes each week.Some of this week’s pasture-raised chicken, duck, and po...
09/03/2026

These labels are a little map of where Root Down goes each week.

Some of this week’s pasture-raised chicken, duck, and pork is headed to our restaurant and store partners around the Bay Area. The rest is getting packed into the coolers for Labor Day weekend at the markets.

Saturday: Ferry Plaza, 8 am to 2 pm
Sunday: Clement Street, 9 am to 2 pm

Come stock up for the grill or the freezer.

Can’t make it? We’re probably closer than you think.

Find the full list of restaurants, butcher shops, and neighborhood stores carrying Root Down on our website.

08/27/2026

Hi, we’re Root Down Farm.

The pigs heard footsteps and came to investigate, because they’re nosey like that. Not in a judgmental way. They just want to know what you’re doing.

We’re the opposite. We want you to know what Root Down Farm is doing. 54 acres in Pescadero, raising heritage pork, chicken, duck, and turkey on pasture. No shortcuts, nothing to hide.

So go ahead, be nosey. Ask us anything.

One of three new mamas at Root Down — and the first one needs a name. 🐷You gave us some good ones. We narrowed it down t...
08/25/2026

One of three new mamas at Root Down — and the first one needs a name. 🐷

You gave us some good ones. We narrowed it down to:

Queen Latifah 👑
Mildred
Hilda — a nod to our buddies Hilda and Jesse

Now it’s up to you. Swipe through + cast your vote.

08/21/2026

Brunch starts with better bacon.

Quality begins at the farm, and you can taste the difference. This is the kind of bacon that makes a simple breakfast worth slowing down for.

We’ll be at market Saturday and Sunday, with a few brand-new items making their debut.

Come see what’s new, stock up, and cook like you mean it.

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2601 Cloverdale Road
Pescadero, CA
94060

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