Henry Pastures

07/03/2025

July 4th Special! We have 1/2 off our whole chickens! Chickens were just processed this week $15 dollars a bird.

It would be difficult to find a more pure all naturally raised meat chicken than these.

Schedule your pickup on our website! Limited quantities available.

These beautiful Cornish Roaster Chickens have been raised with all organic feed and beautiful natural grass :) It would be difficult to find a more pure all naturally raised meat chicken then these. We have extremely limited availability. Claim yours today Check out how we raised the...

09/05/2024

Bulk Pork Available to Reserve Today! (Limited Quantities Available)

From our farm to your table, we take pride in raising our hogs right—pasture-raised with no antibiotics, no added hormones, and never fed animal by-products. Rotated weekly on lush pasture and supplemented with fresh produce, our pigs live healthy, happy lives, which means you get the best-tasting pork possible. Choose from whole or half-hog reservations, and enjoy vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen cuts.

What do they eat?

Our pork are given a daily feed ration that we source from a local co-op that sources their product locally. They are also given fresh paddock areas of pasture. These pork have been finished in the woods! (Where they naturally like to be) They will be eating Chestnuts, hazelnuts, apples and anything they find on the forest floor the last two months they are on our farm. Prior to heading to the woods they grazed our cover crop fields of warm season annuals and cool season perennials that consist of clover, grasses, sorghum, kale, collards, radishes, corn, pumpkins, gords and much more. We also give them a large portion of our garden produce - Cucumbers, Zucchini, Tomatoes, peppers, and much more.

We believe if something is good enough for us to eat, it is good enough for our beloved pigs. Their personality truly carries over into the flavor. We are proud to deliver to you and your family meat that has been raised with the utmost love, respect and care.

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Pork you can trust, start to finish. From our farms to your Dinner Plate. HUMANELY-RAISED PASTURE-RAISED CLIMATE-POSITIVE FARMING Sidie Hollow Farm animals are raised on acres of regeneratively farmed pastures where they’re free to roam and graze. We strive to give them a life with—open air, fre...

06/21/2023

Bulk Grass Fed, Grass Finished Beef Available

Prices starting at $3.19/lb hanging weight + processing. Processing will take place locally at Nordik Meats. These animals only go 5 miles from our farm! Minimal stress even on their last days!

Beef you can trust, start to finish. From our farm to your freezer. Regeneratively raised in the Driftless region!

Beef will be processed June 28th and August 30th. You will have your meat 4-6 weeks after processing.
Please read all of the info on the website carefully! Limited quantities are available.

Follow the link here and learn more about how we raise these amazing animals! -> https://henrypastures.com/collections/local-bulk-grass-finished-beef

05/26/2023

How I Got Into Farming

You wont believe what my first idea was on this farm🫣🫣

Thankfully, I found Regenerative Agriculture! Hear how I started farming.

Help me continue farming by buying our meat :)

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05/25/2023

What are the health benefits of Grass Fed Beef?

There are a few that I will list below, but for the most part you are buying the way these animals were raised. All grass fed beef are not created equal and neither is grain fed.

According to Healthline Nutrition: https://ahoy-stage.healthline.com/nutrition/grass-fed-vs-grain-fed-beef

“You are what you eat” applies to cows, too.

Grass-fed beef offers several potential health benefits compared to conventionally raised grain-fed beef:

Lower Fat Content: Grass-fed beef generally contains less total fat and lower levels of unhealthy saturated fats compared to grain-fed beef. It can be a good option for individuals aiming to reduce their overall fat intake.

Higher Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Grass-fed beef is known to have higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial for heart health, brain function, and reducing inflammation in the body.

More Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA): Grass-fed beef contains higher amounts of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a type of fatty acid associated with potential health benefits such as improved weight management, reduced inflammation, and lower risk of heart disease.

Increased Antioxidants and Micronutrients: Grass-fed beef is often richer in antioxidants, such as vitamin E, and other micronutrients like beta-carotene and vitamin C, compared to grain-fed beef. These compounds contribute to overall health and may help protect against certain diseases.

Balanced Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio: Grass-fed beef typically has a more favorable ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids. While both are essential, the modern Western diet often contains an excess of omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation. Choosing grass-fed beef helps maintain a healthier balance between these two types of fats.

It's important to note that while grass-fed beef offers potential health benefits, individual results may vary, and the overall impact on health may be influenced by factors such as an individual's overall diet and lifestyle.

Im no scientist but Ill keep raising this grass finished beef if you keep buying it -> https://henrypastures.com/collections/grass-fed-beef-bulk

05/24/2023

I farm like my Grandpa did but with technology that makes my life much easier!

At Henry Pastures, we blend modern technology with traditional farming methods, reminiscent of how my grandfather farmed six decades ago. By implementing a keyline design and utilizing electric fencing, we effectively manage water on our farm, minimizing the loss of this precious resource. Our farm is equipped with over 3,000 feet of water line, ensuring that water is readily accessible in every paddock each day.

This approach allows us to:

Control Water Management: Through our keyline design and electric fencing, we have developed a system that optimizes water management on the farm. This enables us to prevent unnecessary water loss and ensures its efficient distribution across our fields.

Preserve Natural Water: By employing these techniques, we prioritize the preservation of natural water sources. Our farm's design and infrastructure work together to minimize water waste and enhance its sustainability.

Provide Water Access: Having water readily available in each paddock is a top priority for us. With over 3,000 feet of water line stretching across our farm, we guarantee that our cattle have access to fresh water at all times, promoting their well-being and health.

By embracing technology while staying true to the wisdom of the past, we create a farming system that harmonizes with nature and optimizes water usage. At Henry Pastures, responsible water management is a cornerstone of our sustainable farming practices.

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05/23/2023

How Crazy Is Our Grazing Plan? Pretty crazy....

Our grazing operation is carefully planned to ensure that our cattle have access to a variety of food options and areas that benefit not just the cattle, but all of the wildlife on our farm. We use a field plan that groups different colors together, with each color representing a different type of food source for our cattle.

We try to graze as many days throughout the year as possible.

On April 30th, 2022, a group of animals arrived at our farm and will sadly leave on June 26th, 2023, after spending 422 days on our farm. For 244 days, they only ate forage and grass with no supplemental hay, while for 178 days, they were fed supplemental hay. Unfortunately, due to heavy snow cover, grazing was not possible for 49 days (December 16th to February 3rd) and they ate 100% hay (High Quality).

These numbers are a testament to our grazing management and planning, as well as our investment in the necessary infrastructure to make this possible. We believe that by providing our cattle with fresh air and space, they are much happier and healthier while putting on fat from grass.

Below is a picture of our plan and the timeframes they were in the specific sections. Remember, we move them 1-2 a day during the growing season (244 Days) and once per week during the winter (178 Days).

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05/21/2023

What do our Cattle Eat?

Forage, Grass, Forage and High Quality hay! For us, forage refers to plants that grow out of the ground and we believe in providing our cattle with a diverse diet that goes beyond just grass. That's why we plant a variety of cover crop mixes that help heal our soil and give our cattle access to different types of food.

Our cover crop fields include a variety of warm and cool-season annuals and cool-season perennials, such as clover, grasses, sorghum, kale, collards, radishes, oats, triticale, barley, chicory, pollinators, pumpkins, gourds, and much more. We also let our cattle clean up our garden at the end of the year, where they can enjoy a range of vegetables, such as cucumbers, zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, and more.

In the winter we source High Quality Hay and unroll it on our pastures. Unrolling hay on pastures during winter with cattle offers several benefits. It promotes efficient forage utilization, mimics natural grazing behavior, and encourages physical activity. Additionally, it contributes to soil health, nutrient cycling, and overall pasture sustainability.

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05/20/2023

How do we treat our animals?

At our farm, we believe in taking a holistic approach to farming that prioritizes the health of our soil, our animals, and our community. Our philosophy is to put our cattle to work for the benefit of the soil, while also ensuring their comfort and well-being. As I like to say, "We strive to give our animals the best life possible, with only one bad day for them, and us."

We believe this results in meat that is higher in nutrients and healthy fats than conventionally raised alternatives. Raising a new standard isn’t the easiest way, but we believe it’s the only way forward.... It also tastes... AAAAAmazzzzing!!

Our animals are moved throughout the year, even in the winter, to provide them with fresh ground to graze on and rest in. This helps promote soil health by preventing overgrazing and allowing the soil to rest and recover. In addition, we provide our animals with shade on hot days and shelter during cold weather to ensure their comfort and well-being.

We understand that cattle are incredible animals that can survive in difficult conditions, but we still strive to go above and beyond to ensure their comfort and health. That's why we monitor our animals daily to ensure they have access to fresh feed and water and are comfortable in their environment.

At our farm, we believe in treating our animals with respect and care, while also using their natural behaviors to promote the health of our soil. We are proud to be stewards of both our animals and our land, and we are committed to sustainable farming practices that benefit both.

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05/20/2023

How Do We Farm?

HUMANELY-RAISED,
PASTURE-RAISED,
CLIMATE-POSITIVE FARMING

Welcome to Henry Pastures, where we prioritize sustainable farming practices that promote healthy soil and happy animals. Here are our five Soil Health Laws that we follow to maintain healthy soil and help combat global warming:

1. Limit Disturbance: We avoid tilling, which tears apart the soil structure and disrupts the delicate balance of soil life. Instead, we use a state-of-the-art paddock design that limits disturbance and allows our animals to move freely while promoting rest and recovery of the soil.

2. Armor the Soil: We protect our soil from erosion by keeping it covered with vegetation or organic materials, such as cover crops, crop residues, or animal manure. This helps retain moisture, reduce soil temperature, and enhance nutrient cycling.

3. Promote Diversity: We believe that diversity is key to a healthy ecosystem, so we promote diversity in our cropping system and avoid monoculture. This enhances the function of our ecosystem and improves soil structure and fertility.

4. Maintain Living Roots in the Soil: We ensure that our soil is always covered with living plants, including fall-seeded biennials, which feed the soil biology and provide carbon, the basic food source for soil organisms. This helps maintain soil health and fertility.
5. Integrate Animals: We integrate our animals into our farming practices, recognizing that nature does not work without animals. Our animals graze on plants, stimulating them to pump more carbon into the soil by cycling more carbon out of the atmosphere and putting it into the soil. This helps sequester carbon from the atmosphere and move us in the right direction for combating global warming.

At Henry Pastures, we are proud to be soil farmers, committed to following our Soil Health Laws to promote healthy soil and help combat global warming while producing high-quality beef that is both delicious and environmentally sustainable.

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