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Remembering a Legacy
Jerry Sherwood, 1948-2012 Three years ago this past week, my step-father died. We knew death was near, but it was still sad and he is certainly still missed today. I wouldn't be half the man, father or farmer that I am without him and many of you have been touched by...
read moreChicken Fajita Frittata
This recipe was a last minute Monday breakfast - what did we have in the fridge that would be filling and nourish our body? Leftover chicken, 1/2 red onion, some kale and 1/2 a red pepper. Oh yes, and we have eggs. This would make a wonderful meal for lunch or...
read moreIt’s All About Relationships
Yep. You heard it... right here on our farm blog: "It's all about relationships." Ian and I attended the Virginia Association of Biological Farming Conference (VABF for short) last weekend (January 30-31). We went eager to learn from excellent speakers who are...
read moreSimple Chicken Soup
One of the easiest and tastiest soups we make during the winter is a simple Chicken Soup. At least once a week, I'll throw this together - usually starting it in the morning and we all gather for lunch to enjoy the warming effects of this delicious fare. There are...
read moreBenefits of Bone Broth
Where to begin? The Bone Broth list of health benefits is lengthy, plus it is delicious and filling! Key Benefits: Promotes healthy digestion Inhibits infection Fights inflammation Promotes strong, healthy bones Promotes healthy hair and nail growth Plus a variety of...
read moreRoanoke Winter Delivery Schedule
Roanoke Winter Delivery Schedule Our Farm Store is OPEN through the Winter months - Friday and Saturdays from 9 am to 5 pm or by appointment (simply give us a call at 334-1044 or email). We will be making deliveries to the pick up locations listed below. Look for our...
read moreDarker Days
Have you noticed how dark it's been in the evening hours? Well the hens at Four Corners Farm are noticing it, too. Our egg production has gone down with the sunlight. The cold also causes the chickens to use most of their calories just to keep warm, instead of...
read moreLight the Candle
By Evelyn Reilly Light the candle and let it catch fire and burn Like our hope. Light the candle, Connect the flames of our love. Light the candle, let it shine our joy of the light. Light the candle and lift up our peace. The candle burns Strike a match...
read moreHoliday Gift Ideas
Looking for unique gift ideas this Season? We offer a great selection of cookbooks focused on pasture-raised meats and seasonal cooking. An ever popular gift is our "Get Local" t-shirts... Only $16 per shirt and made from 100% recycled material (cotton/poly blend)....
read morePeople: More Important Than Things
After our thanksgiving food-fest, and the fun game playing we had, I found a quiet spot to reflect and give thought to what I am most grateful for… Sure, a warm home to live in, wonderful food that we raised and grew ourselves… these are things for which we shouldn’t...
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