Many people have asked how we (our farm) is doing in such unprecedented times. And, to be honest, I feel a twinge of guilt. Because, yes, we are essential workers – we feed people. And, it turns out, that’s a pretty important thing. Not to mention, I can’t just turn off my lactating milk cows […]
Dear Joel
I might never have found my way to Polyface Farm if Joel Salatin hadn’t refused to FedEx me one of his chickens. “No, I don’t think you understand. I don’t believe it’s sustainable–‘organic,’ if you will–to FedEx meat all around the country,” Joel told me. Michael Pollen, Mother Jones (2006) As some of you may […]
Organic Monopoly
This is a bittersweet time for us as we welcome a few new members to our herd share from another herd share that recently closed in West Michigan. Of course, we are always excited to add folks to our tribe – people like us who appreciate real, local food. But it is also painful because […]