Corn and Soy-free Pastured Pork Farmers Tom & Ben

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January 3, 2024

Happy New year Dear Friend!

Today I have some news to share!
First of all, a HUGE THANK YOU to YOU for all of your great support of our farm within the growing regenerative farm community. over the past year!!!

In 2022 we served 9,600 lbs of grass-fed meat products to over 100 customers!

In 2023 we served 15,600 lbs of grass-fed meat products to over 200 customers!

As the demand for grass-fed regeneratively raised meat products is growing, I'm connecting more with my small local farm friends to get Nutrient rich Beef, Pork, and Chicken that you want and need to stay healthy.

Click here to order Clean & Delicious Pork!

Here are two new farmers that I'm working with.

Tom Cail is from New Paris, OH.
Tom is one of our new Corn and Soy-free Pastured Pork Famers, since Roger and Marcy have decided just to raise them for their family for now.

Tom's pigs eating alfalfa and enjoying life!

Ben and Erica Wagner and their three boys are from New Paris, OH.
Ben and his family are also raising some Corn and Soy-free Pastured Pork for us.

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As you can see, the boys and the pigs have happy lives!

When animals are raised the way God intended, they are full of the nutrients that you need to be healthy.

True Pasture-raised pork can contain up to twice the amount of vitamin E and three times the amount of Vitamin D contained in confined pigs. These vitamins are essential to heart, skin, hormonal, and brain health, as well as immune function and inflammation control.

Omega-3 fatty acids - Pasture-raised pork has a better ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids than pork raised in an intensive free range environment.
Selenium - Pasture-raised pigs have 74% more selenium than pigs raised on factory farms. Selenium needs vitamin E to work as an antioxidant.
Pasture-raised pork is also rich in protein and a range of minerals and vitamins. Pork is a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, selenium, and zinc.

Pastured Pork Fat (Lard) is the second highest natural source of vitamin D next to cod liver oil. Making lard a small part of your daily diet is a natural way to get all the benefits of this essential vitamin.

I love to use it when frying eggs or potatoes. It is some of the nicest frying oil I've ever used. Plus, it's very delicious!

Order Soyfree finished Pork Lard Click Here.

Know Your Beef: Understanding the Difference Between Our Premium and Standard Offerings

If you've been following our journey, you know that transparency and trust are at the heart of everything we do here at The Maker's Meadow. As more folks look closely at where their food comes from, I want to take a moment to explain the key differences between our Premium and Standard beef offerings. While both are far removed from conventional feedlot beef, they’re not the same—and that’s intentional. Here’s what you need to know: 🥩 Premium Beef Raised Right Here on Our Farm Our Premium beef is the gold standard—regeneratively raised by our own hands, with full control over every step of the process. These animals roam freely on diverse pasture, nurtured by nature. ✅ What It’s Free From: 🌾 GMOs – No genetically modified feed or seed. 💉 Steroids & Hormones – Never used to enhance growth. 💊 Antibiotics – Absolutely none, ever. 💉 Vaccines – Not administered; we focus on natural immunity. ☠️ Chemicals – No synthetic dewormers, pesticides, or sprays once they arrive on our farm. However, they may be exposed to chemicals as calves prior to arriving. 🌍 Regenerative Practices – Always improving soil, water, and wildlife health. 🟢 Best for: Those seeking the cleanest, most natural beef available—with full transparency and minimal environmental impact. 🍔 Standard Beef Sourced from a Trusted Farming Partner Our Standard beef is still raised with integrity—on pasture, with humane care—from Marksbury Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, who shares our commitment to better meat. But since it’s not under our direct stewardship, there are a few important differences. ✅ What It’s Free From: 🌾 GMOs 💉 Steroids & Hormones 💊 Antibiotics ⚠️ What We Can’t Guarantee: ☠️ Chemicals – Possible use of synthetic dewormers or pasture treatments. 💉 Vaccines – May be used as part of herd health protocols. 🟡 Best for: Customers looking for a high-quality, pasture-raised option at a more accessible price point, but who may not require the same level of purity as our Premium line. 🤝 Why Offer Both? Raising truly regenerative beef is deeply rewarding—but also labor-intensive and limited in scale. By offering both Premium and Standard options, we’re able to: Serve more families and communities Support other responsible farmers Stay true to our values of honesty and health Whether you choose Premium or Standard, you’re rejecting factory farming and supporting a future where soil, animals, and people thrive together. 💬 Have Questions? I’m always here to talk. When you know your farmer, you know your food—and I’m grateful to walk this path with you. 📧 Reach out anytime: support@makersmeadow.com Eat well and stay grounded.

Corn and Soy-free Pastured Pork Farmers Tom & Ben

Click here to order Clean & Delicious Pork!

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