JKB Farms Organic Beef & Dairy

03/24/2026

Happy National Agriculture Day! Today we celebrate and thank all the people and professions who work hard to provide the food, fiber, and fuel we depend on every day.

03/03/2026

Nutmeg on the loose! Someone decided to sneak out while we were cleaning out pens.

02/27/2026

The girls enjoyed soaking up the sun today.

02/11/2026

We never imagined we’d have an opportunity like this, and we are incredibly grateful to partner with Choices Natural Market. Seeing JKB Farms organic, pasture-raised beef on their shelves is such a proud moment for our family.

Thank you to everyone who supports local farms!

New Farm Alert !

Located in Ridott, Illinois, JKB Farms Organic Beef & Dairy is a fifth-generation family farm that has been certified organic since the 1980s. In 1996, they became the first organic dairy in the state to join Organic Valley. The farm operates on a pasture-based system guided by regenerative agriculture practices, including rotational grazing, crop rotation, and cover cropping. Their beef cattle spend nearly all of their lives grazing on lush, healthy pastures, with over 90% of their diet coming from grass and hay. By allowing their animals to roam freely and eat as nature intended, they promote their well-being while producing exceptionally tender, flavorful beef you can feel confident serving to your family.

You’ll find their organic, grass-fed meat in our freezer section. jkbfarms

01/30/2026

“More milk, please!” - Nectar

01/08/2026

2025 was a big year for our farm! ✨

This spring, we welcomed Gavin back full-time on the farm after graduating from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, where he double majored in Animal Science and Crop & Soil Science. We’re proud of his hard work and even more excited to have his knowledge and passion back home.

In September, Robby and Hannah welcomed baby Benson to the farm family. He’s already loving to look at all the animals and helping mom and dad with chores.

We’re grateful for a year full of growth—both on the farm and in our family—and we can’t wait to see what 2026 brings.

12/25/2025

From our barn to yours, warmest wishes for a safe and joyful Christmas! 🎄🐄

12/14/2025

It's cold outside, but the calves are staying extra warm under their calf blankets.

12/10/2025

Andie taking her job seriously: look adorable, relax, repeat.

12/07/2025

It was a snowy start to the day. The cattle were definitely ready for that bunk to be cleared and for the fresh silage to arrive.

11/09/2025

Since we awoke to a winter wonderland, let's revisit last week with this beautiful fall sunrise.

07/14/2025

☀️ Hello from pasture paradise! 🌱🐄

Our cows are out enjoying a lush buffet of summer annuals, and we couldn’t be happier with how they’re thriving!

Grazing summer annuals like sorghum-sudangrass, millet, and brassicas offers a ton of benefits for both the cows and the land:
✅ High-quality forage packed with energy and protein
✅ Excellent summer growth — even during dry spells
✅ Helps reduce feed costs while promoting healthy rumen function
✅ Builds soil health and supports future crop rotations
✅ Keeps our cows happy, cool, and well-fed on pasture 🌾

Whether it’s a bright blue morning or a golden sunrise, there’s nothing better than seeing the herd thriving in fresh forage.