It’s Turkey Time

This year’s batch of turkeys arrived on the farm in late July. It’s amazing how fast they grow compared to the chickens. In a month’s time, they’ve doubled in size and are already feathered out.

The weather is warm enough that they’re able to brood on pasture instead of a heated brooder space. They’re thriving in the grass and are enjoying the sunshine, bugs, and grass.

Our little turkey

Kaylee, our youngest daughter, performed in her VPK play for Thanksgiving. She had the honor of being one of the turkeys, not just one of the pilgrims. Keep in mind, the turkeys have much more of a role in the performance- they sing the classic “Turkey Time” and get to walk around the entire seating area as they gobble and sing.

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Thanksgiving is getting closer

The Thanksgiving turkeys are getting big. They are enjoying their diet of pesticide-free pasture, GMO-free feed, and bugs / insects. These birds will make a great addition to your holiday meal. They will be available for pickup on the Monday before Thanksgiving so that you have time to brine them with your favorite recipe. They are delivered fresh, not frozen, for optimal flavor.