Loss of an animal is something we strive to avoid. But on rare occasions, it’s just simply unavoidable. Calving season this year has been going well. We recently had one seasoned cow requiring help delivering a breech heifer, but she was a champ accepting our help. The calf is healthy and mom is doing well. But earlier in the season, one of our two-week-old calves became ill. He was healthy one day, and the next, very lethargic. We could tell his mom was concerned, and in what appeared to be a plea to us ( you know how we understand our cattle!) she would actually stand right beside us as we examined her calf. The vet thought he might have a low-grade infection, so we gave him a couple of rounds of antibiotics. Now he wouldn’t be part of our beef program, but we certainly didn’t want to lose him. That did nothing and he worsened over the following days. The night before he died, all of the other cows would check on him, licking on him, almost saying goodbye. It was just the saddest thing to witness! What could have happened to him? We’ve finally narrowed the possibilities down to one. Eating something that plugged his digestive system. We are constantly picking up trash that washes/blows onto our property from the road and creeks. Plastic. That’s a killer. His mom mourned for days, and so did we.
Every year we draft a plan for the farm. One category it contains is a project list which ends up being continuously updated, and that’s ok because it’s all about improving the land for our livestock, or adding more bees to the farm. It’s never a dull moment, or much down time either. But we love it! Most importantly, the plan contains any changes to our herd and beef offerings, as well as farmer’s markets and other avenues for selling our beef. This year, the majority of our beef will be Angus/Akaushi cross , over 75% Akaushi on that blend. We had several this year, and the beef was absolutely delicious. We will continue pasture raising all, with the majority finished on a custom blend of feed, primarily cotton seed meal, molasses, peanut meal and a little bit of corn. Cattle remain on pasture with the feed added to their diet 90-120 days. We offer grass finished only, in the spring and early summer upon request for the entire steer or heifer.
All of our beef comes from steers or heifers born and raised on our farm. We do not vaccinate, add hormones or antibiotics. They spend their 24-30 month life on our farm, grazing our beautiful pastures and resting under the abundant trees along the creeks and ponds. We spend so much time with them daily, watching over and down-right spoiling them , and we are very proud of that fact.
We hope to participate in the Tyler Farmer’s Market, located on Old Bullard Rd near the mall. That market should begin late April or early May, ending in late August. It’s a great market with several vendors, open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. We also participate in the Jacksonville REKO ring.You have to be a member of the ring (on Facebook) to participate. If you’re not familiar with REKO, vendors post items that are available for purchase that week. You order and pay prior to meeting at the designated location . It’s a great alternative to a farmer’s market, and we encourage you to check it out. Search Jacksonville Reko Ring Farmer’s Market to get connected! Follow us on Facebook !
We have expanded our bee hives this year and are anticipating a bountiful harvest this summer. Harvest takes place in late June or July, and you know how hot it is during those months! Last season we left a majority of the honey for the bees to consume. It sure helped them during the hot, dry summer days when a lot of their food sources were gone.
“The hens are producing beautiful, bountiful eggs. Our hens free range their portable fenced area, and we move them to new areas about every three weeks. They have a large fenced area, so that keeps them happy. Baby chicks have arrived and doing well.
If you’re looking for a custom package or simply have questions about our products or farm, drop us an email to [email protected] We’ve updated our shipping and delivery options due to high shipping costs. We presently DO NOT SHIP, however, we offer free local delivery within 30 miles of Frankston for orders $140 minimum. With customers in the Nacogdoches, Austin and Conroe area, we typically deliver in those areas every couple of months. We welcome you to the farm as well, just notify us to set up a time so we can meet you at the gate. We have cattle that are frequently grazing around the entrance.
PRESENTLY, THE NEXT RESTOCKING OF BEEF IS AUGUST 2026. We’ve been selling lots of halves and wholes this year. Reserving early is recommended. If you don’t see a product available or listed on our website, feel free to email and inquire. I often times have stock that’s not on our site since we have people who come by the farm rather than ordering online.
Prayers lifted for you all to remain healthy and strong. Give thanks for the freedom we enjoy, and for those who risk their lives for our freedom. God bless the USA! Remember to always VOTE. Our freedom depends on it.
Sharon & Mike
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