What makes Graised Pastures different from other local pastured poultry farms?

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What sets Graised Pastures apart is our dedication to our chicken. Unlike other farms with diversified offerings, we have chosen to focus on chicken and chicken only. We want to grow the best possible chicken through ever-improving farming practices and feed rations. We are proud to be one of a very few farms utilizing certified organic, corn free, soy free feed. Additionally, this gives us an opportunity to support other local growers and producers. We proudly partner with and support other local farmers that supply beef, pork, lamb, eggs, milk, fruits, veggies, goats, and more.

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Unlike nearly all chicken grown in the United States that are kept inside barns/houses that hold tens of thousands of birds and, at most, have limited “yard” access, including products labeled organic, free range, and even pasture raised, our chickens spend their days and nights on lush pasture. We rotate our movable chicken enclosures (Mobile Range Coops) so they have access to fresh grass, bugs, seeds, worms, grains, and minerals. We also provide our chickens with a custom blend of high quality certified organic, corn free, soy free, GMO free feed. We are committed to farming practices that are humane, sustainable, and regenerative, in an effort to be good stewards of our land and produce chicken with higher nutritional values.

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Is your chicken certified organic?

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We are not. However, we may choose to pursue that at some point in the future. More importantly however, we firmly believe one of the leading causes of confusion amongst consumers are the terms "certified organic" and "pasture raised", both of which are oftentimes misleading. Certified organic may lead one to believe the product is produced in a humane, ethical, and/or sustainable way, or that it is healthier, however that isn't necessarily the case. Instead, we like to say our products are "better than organic". We do not spray our fence lines or fields with any pesticides or herbicides, nor are any chemicals used during the growing, processing or packaging processes. Additionally, all materials that come into contact with our feed and water are food grade. We also don't give our birds any antibiotics or vaccines. Likewise, products can be labeled as "pasture raised" without the animal having ever touched pasture. That's not to say that all certified organic or pasture raised products aren't better for you or the environment. We encourage people to get to know your suppliers. Take tours, ask questions.

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What do you feed your chickens?

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In addition to the fresh pasture that they have access to 24/7 once on pasture, we provide a custom blend of high quality supplemental certified organic, non-GMO, corn free, soy free feed to our chickens. We are one of a handful of pasture raised poultry farms using this quality of feed.

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Do you vaccinate your chickens?

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No. We never will. Additionally, we do not provide any kind of antibiotics or medications.

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Is your chicken frozen?

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It depends. Most orders placed online will be frozen when the order is delivered or picked up. In order to lock in the freshness, we find it better to freeze the meat within 3 days after processing instead of waiting until the end of the shelf life (what you see in stores). If you'd like to order freshly processed (never frozen) chicken, contact us HERE!​

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Do you offer Gift Cards?

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We do! You can purchase an eGift Card HERE.​​

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Do you offer farm tours?

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We do! And we'd love to have you. We believe it's important to know where your food comes from. Since we are a small family farm we are able to provide tours by appointment only. Please contact us HERE if you have any questions.