Farm Life, Seasonal Updates & Behind-the-Scenes Stories

'Round the Farm Hello from Pleasant Shade Farm, The last few weeks have been full — the kind of busy that feels like progress. 🌿 Growing Better Pasture If you’ve driven by lately, you may have noticed some big changes. We’ve had portions of our woods selectively...

'Round the Farm Exciting News We’re excited to share something we’ve been working toward for a long time — Pleasant Shade Farm beef is now available by the cut on our website. New on Our Website: Farm-Raised Beef by the Cut Dear Farm Friends, We’re incredibly excited...

'Round the Farm ​ Chicken Tractors A chicken tractor is a mobile coop that we move around the pasture. It gives our chickens fresh grass, sunshine, and bugs every day while keeping them safe from predators. As the chickens forage, they naturally fertilize the soil and...

'Round the Farm This is how we keep our chickens safe on pasture. Pasture diet, sunlight, and protection! Someone likes posing for the camera! Happy Hens make the best eggs! ​ We’re so glad you found us—and we’re even more excited to finally have a place to share our...