Our farm is part of a tsunami of small farms restoring healthy soil and productive plots of land a little at a time. We're more concerned with feeding our neighbors well than feeding the world poorly.
Spring brings fresh growth to our pastures and exciting news to share: Hobby Ag is welcoming raw honey to our store and adding beehives to our farm through our partnership with Buzzin Acres Honey Bee Farm!
Have you ever wondered why some egg yolks are deep orange while others are pale yellow? There's a fascinating story behind those color variations—it turns out it's not a great indicator of egg nutrition.
Industrial food costs more than we think—choosing local, nutrient-dense food supports small farms, improves health, and builds a stronger food system.
Regenerative farming isn’t just a trendy buzzword—it’s our commitment to leaving the land better than we found it. But what exactly does 'regenerative' mean to us?
Practical tips and a few laughs from our journey in animal management! Nestled in the Eastern U.S., we’re bringing a fresh twist to farming that’s a bit different from the cowboy style of the American West. From simple yet effective fencing to the benefits of daily pasture rotation, dive in to discover how a little innovation and a lot of passion can transform your farming experience!
Have you noticed the chicken shortage at the grocery store lately? It’s a puzzler, but not for us here at Hobby Ag. You see, while Bird Flu has been causing havoc on large, conventional farms, our chickens are happily clucking away, unaffected. The secret? It’s all about their lifestyle.
Surrounded by the sounds of the night and the soft rustling of chickens settling into their coops, I found myself wondering: Why do I do this? Does anyone even care where their food comes from anyway?
Comparing grass-fed and conventional dairy practices and the hidden costs of our milk.Our conventional dairy system pushes farmers to produce as much milk as possible, as cheaply as possible. This system isn’t just tough on the cows—it’s tough on the farmers, too...
At Hobby Ag Farm, we believe in nurturing our land without relying on harmful chemicals. Our approach to lawn care is simple yet effective: embrace nature's wisdom and work with it, rather than against it. Here's some simple tips on how we do that:
As we eagerly prepare for our grand opening on June 1st, I am positively brimming with excitement to share with you what we've been cultivating here at our humble farm nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania....
Now, in this bustling era, our modern homesteaders are no less passionate, but often find themselves entangled in busy off-farm schedules. Fear not, my friends, for Farmer Raymond is here with a solution...
