Pastured Broilers
"Never underestimate the power of poultry" - Richard Perkins
Balance at every level - For the soil, the animals and us
Our fundamental philosophy regarding broiler management is that we select the birds' feed carefully and let them live in a way that results in a product where the well-being of the animals and the soil is at the center. We believe that careful feeding and a good life are reflected in the quality and taste of the final product.
Small-scale broilers - A proven concept
We acquire the broilers as day-old chicks. They live indoors for about three weeks until they are developed enough to manage outside. Their feed is rationed and they have constant access to clean water. The chicks are encouraged to move around to find warmth under the heat lamps, food, and water. The space also has a large window that provides natural light to the broiler chicks even before they move outdoors. Out on pasture, the broilers live in so-called Salatin pens, named after the pioneer Joel Salatin, which are moved daily to fresh grass. This pen system protects the birds from weather, wind, and predators, while also allowing us to manage their contribution to the land, known as "animal impact," and prevent them from walking over the same ground repeatedly. This is good pasture management and a hygiene measure that reduces the risk of, among other things, parasitic diseases and E. coli by minimizing the time the broilers are exposed to their own droppings.
Every broiler counts - Responsible artisanal food
The broilers' feed is primarily grain-based, a mix of unsprayed wheat and oats, with corn gluten added to increase the protein content. We've chosen corn gluten due to the lack of suitable animal-based protein sources and because it has a good amino acid profile. The feed is also completely soy-free. The broilers are slaughtered on the farm by us and sold directly to customers. Each slaughter is primarily done by order, but any surplus broilers are frozen and can be sold later in the year. The handling is gentle, and the stress on the birds is minimal, which makes the transport chain simple and efficient. Since we retain the full sales value ourselves, it means that each individual broiler matters significantly more.
Interested in Pastured Broilers?
Our pastured broilers are only available in limited amounts. We raise our broilers in small batches during the summer season and they usually sell out quickly.
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