One of the oldest breeds in the U.S., Pineywoods were brought here from Spain in the early 1500’s which are now on the “Threatened” list with the Livestock Conservancy. Well adapted to the heat of the south they are also parasite resistant, able to survive on marginal forage, disease resistant and rugged. One unique fact is both the male and female have horns to help protect them from predators.

Named after Bourbon County in Kentucky where they originated from crosses between Buff, Bronze, and White Holland turkeys, this heritage breed is now on the “watch” list through Livestock Conservancy as they have made a slight comeback in recent years. Mostly sought after for their meat production, Bourbon Reds can be selectively breed to be docile for free-range or pasture grazing. Our main turkey is Tom Tom, who thinks he is a dog, has turned into a farm mascot and is often caught following us around the farm and down the driveway as we check on animals.

Silver Fox rabbits were the third breed developed in United States and is recognized as a multi-purpose breed created for their meat and fur. Over the years a popular demand for this breed has risen and they have made it to the “Recovering” status on the Livestock Conservancy list. This docile breed is mostly desired for fast growth and their fur stands upright unlike most other rabbit breeds and doesn’t fall back.

 Brought here from England in 1917 this breed was originally very small but is now known for their large size, ideal fur, meat to bone ratio and docile temperament. Now on the “Watch” list with the Livestock Conservancy, this breed has proven its obvious desired traits along with does being great mothers with very large litters.

 These large colorful ducks, called Silver Appleyards, are on the “Threatened” list but are becoming a desired waterfowl for farmers because of their large eggs, flavorful meat and docile temperament. Their eggs are often desired by bakers and chefs alike and laying between 220 to 265 eggs per year making it an easy choice and all around great duck to add to your farm. Out of our smaller animals, these ducks have some of the biggest personalities and can easily be trained. This makes it easy to let them free-range or pasture graze and they will head back to their shelter every night.

 Formally known as “Indian Rivers”, these chickens were developed in Delaware in the 1940’s and were popular because of their predominately white feathers that don’t leave dark spots on their skin making them look more appealing for consumption. This is a fast growing bird the lays jumbo sized eggs, very gentle and easy to handle, and are a manageable size chicken for meal for a small to medium sized family.