Running Water Farms

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Are you certified organic?
No, the National Organic Standard as applied by the USDA has become so corrupted that it means virtually nothing so we don't participate. Our animals are raised in a manner that most people consider .... Read More
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Why are your products more expensive than the grocery store?
Several reasons. One, ours are better, you can't buy a Lincoln for the price of a Ford. Two, you pay the whole price directly. When you buy food produced in the industrial system, you pay a considerable .... Read More
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When did you start farming running water farms? Do you farm full time?
We bought our farm in the spring of 2007 and have been adding projects as we have the time and resources. Lyle works off the farm in the oil & gas industry but we look forward to the day when Running .... Read More
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How do we plan for a pickup of an order?
When you place your order, we will let you know when it will be available. We can hold items for a few days after they come back from the butcher so we can arrange with you a good time for pick up that .... Read More
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Sorry for my ignorance, but I was wondering how your chickens are butchered or cut? Is it the whole bird, gizzards included? Will I need to dismember it myself? Again, I apologize for the silly questions, but Ive been a vegetarian most of my life and only recently started consuming ethically raised and humanely slaughtered poultry. Im very interested and impressed with your farming methods. Thank you
They are whole birds. We are happy to include the giblets (heart, liver and gizzard) at your request. We can show you how to cut them up if you would like. Read More
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Are the Beef and Pork ordered early in the year for pickup when they are ready?
Beef is ready in the fall. Ordering it early reserves it for you, we generally sell out. We have pork from time to time throughout the year but it also goes quickly so ordering it early is a good idea. Read More
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Are you certified by Animal Welfare Approved or Certified Humane? Thanks!
No we really haven't felt the need to seek certifications because we have an "open farm" policy. You are welcome to see for yourself how our animals are treated. Read More
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If I buy a 1/4 of a cow, how much is the average order total?
The amount of meat from 1/4 of a beef varies between 100 and 135 lbs. Read More
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