Nutrient-Rich Soil vs. Nutrient-Depleted Soil
Ever wondered how soil health can impact the quality of the food you eat every day? Click to learn why Seven Sons farms with nutrient-rich soil!
Author: Blake Hitzfield
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Outdoor Hog Farrowing (The Way it Should Be)
There's a big difference in how hogs are produced in massive conventional farming operations and how it's done humanely - outdoors - in our Farm network. Watch as Blake (the 1st son) goes out on pasture with the mommas and babies
Farm Life Show (Ep. 12) - 2022 Year in Review
It was quite the year here at our Roanoke, Indiana Farm. Enjoy the footage and the discussion with Blake and Blaine when you watch this episode.
Farm Life Show (Ep. 07) - Summer Farm Update
It's been a busy 2022 so far. Today Blaine and Blake discuss our decision to start raising 100% Grassfed Lamb, the return of our Farm Tours and big Farm Fest, a Bison update and how we are managed after severe wind damage to our hen house.
Farm Life Show (Ep.04) - 5 Principles of Regenerative Agriculture for your Home Garden
On this episode of The Farm Life Show, Blake and Blaine discuss the joy of applying the five principles of regenerative agriculture to your home garden. The Hitzfields also apply regenerative agriculture principles to farming at Seven Sons, and they share some of the real-world benefits they’ve seen. The concept of regenerative agriculture dates back to the 1980s and largely revolves around practices like minimal soil disturbance and composting. More recently, farmer Gabe Brown outlined five principles of regenerative agriculture in his book Dirt to Soil: One Family’s Journey into Regenerative Agriculture. Brown’s book has had a huge impact on Blake and Blaine and comes highly recommended. Here’s a brief outline of five principles of regenerative agriculture — as well as some real-world insights from the Hitzfield brothers.
Farm Life Show (Ep.03) - Migrating 10,000 Animals on the Farm
Summer’s here! And that means we’re just completing one of each year’s biggest challenges at Seven Sons Farms. Moving over tens of thousands of pigs, cows, and chickens from their winter homes out onto 550 acres of summer pastures… On this episode of The Farm Life Show, Blaine and Blake Hitzfield share their humane approach to putting the animals on fresh pasture and share lots of awesome footage along the way.
Farm Life Show (Ep.02) - New Puppies on the Farm
This week, Blaine and Blake Hitzfield are back with the second “official” episode of The Farm Life Show. In case you missed it, Charis Hitzfield recently shared a delicious Keto Chicken Teriyaki recipe video for the Seven Sons YouTube Channel.
Why You Should Let Steak Rest After Cooking
The key to a good steak is ample resting time after it cooks. Impress your friends and family with these tips on why you should let your steak rest.
How To Broil A Steak Perfectly: A Step-by-Step Guide
Broiled steak is a healthier but still tasty way of cooking red meat. Learn how to broil steak perfectly in this step-by-step guide from Seven Sons.
How to Cook a Ribeye Steak — The Perfect Delicious Recipe
If you have ribeye steaks sitting in your freezer waiting to get cooked, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our detailed guide to cooking ribeyes.
How To Cook Beef Short Ribs - The Perfect Classic Recipe
Beef short ribs are juicy, tender, and delicious. They're also easy to cook. Looking for the perfect classic beef short rib recipe? Click here!
How to Pan Fry a Steak Perfectly - A Step-by-Step Recipe!
Most people understand the joy of eating a well-prepared steak. But what many people don't know? It's easy to cook a steak that tastes like a chef at an upscale restaurant prepared it. Using only a few ingredients and some extra cooking time, you can create an incredible steak on your stovetop. This straight-forward, easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the process of making a pan-fried steak step by step.
