Every day is earth day here at Acorn Acres Farm! 🌎 We are always looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint by recycling, repurposing, restoring, and regenerating - 4 values which are woven into all that we do on the farm and in the store. ♻️
Read MoreIt is with great sadness that we send our deepest, most sincere condolences to the Brichford family who have lost their beloved Matthew. Our community won’t be the same without Matthew’s extraordinary talents and infectious passion for his craft.
Read MoreDid you know that eggs have seasonality, too? We often forget there is a natural rhythm for eggs, just like everything else in nature. On average, hens need 14-16 hours of daylight for peak egg production. With the increase of daylight hours, comes egg season! 🍳
Contrary to popular belief, the color of an egg shell or its yolk is actually more dependent on the hen’s breed, and its diet, rather than the overall nutritional difference. This is especially true for pasture-raised hens as their diets change with the seasons. ☀️
Read MoreAfter a long and sluggish winter, we can help our bodies’ natural ability to detox by consuming lots of leafy greens! 🥬 In the store, fresh from our garden, we have plenty of lettuce, mustard greens, spinach, kale, and swiss chard to help you feel revived. 🥕🫐 We also love our beets, carrots, turnips and blueberries for their amazing detoxifying elements!
Read MoreSpring has sprung and we are so excited for the warmer days ahead! Springtime brings so much life to the farm and we can’t wait to keep sharing more delicious, fresh offerings as the days grow brighter and the fields begin to thaw 🌱☀️ Will you be gathering with friends and family this weekend? 🌷 Consider snagging one of our juicy, flavorful hams or beef roasts to wow your guests!
Read MoreWant to feed your family with a delicious, nutrient dense meal but don’t have a ton of time? 💚 We’re here to help! Create the warming, mineral-rich ramen of your dreams with ease using our carefully crafted ingredients. 🍜 We’ve created our very own spice mix that comes with a simple recipe so you can easily pair it with our grass-fed bone broth! Select the broth of your choice (turkey/chicken, pork, lamb, or beef), grab our spice mix and your preferred ramen noodle, pick out your favorite fresh toppings straight from our garden, and you’ve got the perfect meal!
Read MorePlanning to make your favorite, traditional corned beef and cabbage recipe for this weekend? 🍀 Consider giving your dish an extra boost by sourcing fresh, local ingredients! We have everything you need to complete this delicious meal - grass-fed beef briskets, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and even our very own pickling spice mix for brining!
Read MoreEveryone’s favorite Grass-Fed Ground Lamb is back in stock!! 🥳 Lamb meat is packed with bioavailable protein, omega-3’s, vitamins, minerals, and other healthy fats. It won’t last long, so place your pre-orders or come visit us in the shop!
Read MoreWho is the unsung local meat hero? Pork! 🍖 Are you fresh out of ideas for meal plans, looking to change things up in your kitchen this week, or hosting a special event soon? Look no further than our incredible smoked ham roasts, hocks, pork chops, fresh pork butt roasts, bacon, and more! 🥓😋
Read MoreLooking for something fun to do this Saturday? ☕ Swing by the store for a coffee tasting with Ben from Yaggy Road Roasting Company, starting at 11AM! Yaggy Road is a local roaster whose mission is to source environmentally & ethically sustainable coffees. 🌱🌎
Read MorePlanning a special dinner for this week? ❤️ We’ve got just what you need! Our 100% grass-fed steaks are sourced straight from our farm and cook up beautifully with our garlic, butter, and herbs! 🥩🍽️ We have melt in your mouth thick cut ribeyes, NY Strips, Filets, Sirloin, and a variety of other exciting options that are sure to create a delicious & memorable meal.
Read MoreWe are so excited to announce two new products! 🎉 Our very own Grass-Fed Bone Broth and Lard are finally here!! These are made with love in-house by Chef Joanna in collaboration with Joe's Bread using high quality, nutrient-dense ingredients straight from our farm.
Read MoreWinter farming in the Midwest means bundling up to stay alive while working in -15 weather. ❄️ It’s part of the job, you might say. How is everyone else holding up with this chilly season? Stop by and pick up some freshly made bone broth to warm your soul and keep your energy up! 🍲
Read MoreNew flavor alert! 🚨🌭 We just added British Curry and Cajun to our pastured pork sausage collection and they are SO good. These high-quality sausages are versatile and make for an easy weeknight dinner to include in veggie bakes, soups, or grilled on the pan. Mix in our fresh mushrooms for even more flavor and health benefits!
Read MoreSweeten your day with a tip from our farm household to yours: Add local honey to your daily routine to give you a natural immunity boost during winter's cold and flu season. 🐝🍯
Read MoreDuring these winter months when cold and flu season is upon us, stock up on our nutrient dense mushroom offerings. 🍄
Read MoreNew year: fresh start! Shopping locally for produce, meats, and dairy leads to healthier eating that is high-quality and in tune with the seasons.
Read MoreNourish your body and warm your soul with delicious broth made with our grass-fed meat bones. Broths are great for digestion, immune function, joint health, and so much more!
Read MoreThis time of year is busy for everyone with seasonal festivities. Because we know how important it is to get to shop when it is convenient for you, we've added an extra day to our store schedule (Tuesday 12/19) and will stay open later each night this week – 10 am - 6 pm Tuesday - Friday and 10 am - 5:30 pm Saturday 12/23.
Read MoreBreak out your favorite serving platter and celebrate the season by making a special occasion meat dish. We have a limited supply of bone-in prime rib, sirloin tip, and other roasts, steaks, whole ducks and turkeys, bone-in leg of lamb and more — fresh from the pasture and the perfect touch for your meal!
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