Pastured Pork
Our pastured pork comes from Tamworth pigs. We chose the Tamworth breed for several reasons. Tamworth’s are a heritage breed and we liked the idea of raising a breed from the past that had not been genetically “improved” to do well in confinement.
Swine breeds can be categorized into two main types: lard type or bacon type. Tamworth’s are bacon type hogs which have a leaner meat than lard types. The Tamworth originated in Ireland where it was known as the Irish Grazer for its natural inclination to graze grass – exactly what a grass farm needs. Tamworth’s are red in color so they don’t sunburn as easily as a white pig and have more heat tolerance than a black pig. And most importantly, the Tamworth has the reputation for producing excellent tasting meat.
We raise our pigs in a natural, pastoral environment. They co-graze the pastures with the cows and sheep and have access to woods for shade and shelter. While grazing makes up a significant part of their diet, since they are omnivores and not ruminants, we provide them with a supplemental ration of feed (ground corn, soybean meal, vitamins and minerals). We do not use farrowing crates. Our sows farrow out in the pasture in nests we build for them in a sheltered area. This gives the baby pigs immediate access to fresh air and sunshine and they quickly learn from mama that grass is good.
Our pastured pork not only tastes great, but it is much healthier than grocery store pork. It is lower in total fat, has a healthier Omega-3 to Omega-6 ratio, and more Vitamin A and Vitamin E. We are currently offering our whole hog sausage. And we don’t cheat and pull out the select cuts. Except for the liver and bacon, the meat of the whole hog is ground together to make a delicious sausage. Our sausage will bring a new excitement to your breakfast.
November 26th, 2011 at 3:35 pm
I’m interested in a breeding pair of Tamworths, please let me know if you have any available.
January 4th, 2012 at 10:53 am
Could you send me info ref. your pork such as price do I preorder can I p/u at your farm? My husband is over in AL working and could P/U he’s only about 30 miles from you. Am looking to buy 1/2 hog but would like to try small amout first.
I left you a voice mail also you can call or email.
Thanks Rita
January 14th, 2012 at 11:48 pm
hi i live in south ga and i am interested in a breeding pair of tamsworth can you tell me your availablity and price,thanks and god bless
January 25th, 2012 at 11:43 pm
i’m interested in buying some pork and 1/2 side of beef. do you have any kind of price-list. ty
February 15th, 2012 at 4:30 pm
Hello, I am looking possibly for a breeding trio of tamworth pigs. If you can help that would be great. We are in Goshen Ky , close to Louisville.
February 15th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
Hello, I am looking possibly for a breeding trio of tamworth pigs. If you can help that would be great. We are in Goshen Ky , close to Louisville. Thanks
February 23rd, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Hey. I am looking for a nice bred gilt if you have any for sale. I’d also be in the market for a pair of open ones if nothing else. I am in Pheba, MS and would have no problem making the drive. Thank you.
February 27th, 2012 at 12:00 am
would ike to cosider cooking pork from your your stock for comp BBq contests. Loin, butt, and st louis style ribs. please let me know about aquiring meay from your farm.
thanks, Courtney
March 2nd, 2013 at 11:36 am
i represent a restaurant in Atlanta that would love to do some unique stuff with offal. We are a high end irish concept and I was wondering if you had availability on some rare items. I’m looking for pigs blood (for black pudding) sheeps stomach (for haggis) and anything else you might be able to offer. Please let me know if any of that is an option, or if you know anyone in the area who might be able to help me. Thanks!
April 24th, 2013 at 10:20 pm
Great looking pigs.