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.
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Farm Life Show (Ep. 11) - Behind the Scenes at Farm Fest
Welcome to the Seven Sons Farm Life Show. In this episode we sit down with Blaine and Blake Hitzfield for an on-farm update including pictures and video of how we put on our BIGGEST Farm Fest to date
Farm Life Show (Ep. 10) - Core Values That Drive Our Team
We recorded this episode for other farmers but as an act of transparency, but invite our customers to go behind the scenes and listen in to the conversation, too. In this article, we want to share what our 5 core values are and provide a backstory on why we give time and attention to having company core values in the first place.
Farm Life Show (Ep. 9) - Battlefields to Fertile Fields
In late August we were fortunate to host Army Captain Gil De Leon for a week-long visit to our farm. Capt. De Leon is a 17-year Army Veteran, husband, father to 6 kids....and an aspiring regenerative farmer. In this post we share how he's transitioning from wearing combat gear to a cowboy hat and boots...
Farm Life Show (Ep. 08) - Daily Life of the Seven Sons
One of the most common questions we get, usually from fellow farmers, is "What Does Each of the Seven Sons Do on the Farm?" Click the watch or read about each of their key roles.
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.
Bourbon Glazed Ham Roast
This flavorful glaze is sure to delight your family and friends as you celebrate Thanksgiving, Easter, or Christmas holiday together.
Plant-Based Meats - The Seven Sons Guide
Are plant-based meats all they’re cracked up to be? Seven Sons takes a deep dive into the ingredients, impact on the environment, and ethics of fake meat products.
Farm Life Show (Ep.05) - FAQs and Details About our Cattle Operation
On this episode of The Farm Life Show, Blake and Blaine sit down in the pasture among the cattle to discuss how the cows at Seven Sons are raised. The brothers dispel some common misconceptions and myths about pasture-raised beef and its impact on the environment. Blake also sheds some light on why plant-based protein or “fake meat” actually does the planet more harm than good.
RECIPE: Grilled Delmonico Steak With Garlic Herb Butter
Since the 1850s, Delmonico steaks have been synonymous with quality and flavor. But you haven’t really tasted a Delmonico steak until you’ve tasted one pasture-raised and grass-fed — naturally and sustainably from Seven Sons Farms. Our Delmonico steak is a ribeye cut but comes without the bone. Each Seven Sons Delmonico steak is juicy, rich, and has generous marbling throughout. It is a fine-grained steak, unrivaled in its tenderness and rich flavor. Not only are Seven Sons Farms Delmonico steaks delicious, they’re also versatile. Whether you prefer to skillet-cook, grill, or broil your Delmonico steaks, you’re in for a treat. With steaks this good, simple prep is all you need. The Grilled Delmonico Steak With Garlic Herb Butter recipe below is perfect for your next family BBQ — in 30 minutes or less. We hope your family enjoys this easy but delectable Delmonico steak recipe as much as ours does!
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.
