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We are members of the NC Angus Association. Our Registered Black Angus Cows are about 8 years old. Three bull calves were born in early October of 2020 and will be ready in the fall of 2022. Our commitment to sustainable farming includes the introduction of Silvopasturing. Silvopasture is the practice of integrating trees, forage, and the grazing of animals in a mutually beneficial way. Silvopasture has been around in agriculture for centuries, you just don't hear that much about it around here. This type of grazing is a work in progress here at R&B Farm and will require time to obtain the benefit we are envisioning. We also are incorporating Rotational Grazing as well to ensure we provide quality pasture grass for our cattle. We are developing a system to rotate our cows over a pasture, followed by our pigs and then chickens. Over time our hope is to develop lush pasture grass that benefits our livestock and our soils.

Berkshire pigs are one of the oldest most identifiable pigs around. Color: Black with white points (legs, face and tail) and pink skin. Body type: Very deep-sided with a strong, uniform arch of back and muscular, firm build. Short neck and short, blocky legs with strong feet. Head: Relatively short snout. Seen from the side, the face has a slight dish-shape with a large jowl and an upturned nose. Ears are medium-sized and erect. Size: Medium to large animals, around 600 pounds at maturity. Temperament: Excellent disposition. Friendly and Curious. Production traits: Good mothering ability with high milk production. Hardy, performs well in outdoor operations.

Pasture-raised chicken meat tends to be higher in iron, higher in Omega 3, have a lower Omega 6:3 ratio, and be higher in antioxidants (Vitamin E, for example). Pasture-raised eggs have higher Omega 3s, a lower Omega 6:3 ratio, increased vitamin D, and more antioxidants. Chicken raised on pasture both live off the land and give back to the land. When chickens are afforded ample time to roam and forage outdoors, they have access to nutrient-dense food in the form of insects, worms, grass, and seeds, which provide a wealth of extra vitamins and minerals to their diet. Allowing chickens to forage in their natural rhythm means that whatever they consume is given back to the land in the form of manure.