Question 1

How much does the cattle cost?

Accepted Answer

Price depends on Heifer cow or Bull.

Share prices depend on current meat market prices.

Question 2

How are the cattle cared for?

Accepted Answer

Grass fed; 
non-gmo hay in the winter
No antibiotics or growth hormones
Born and raised on site with their parents.

Question 3

Will we need to provide our own transportation to a butcher?

Accepted Answer

When you buy a share the cattle is processed on the farm in a humane manner.  After processing meat will be sent to a butcher place and packaged up.  Once packaged you can make arrangements to pick up your frozen share.

Question 4

How can I get involved in the Ol'Barn Cooperative Garden?

Accepted Answer

Simple, just click on the Say Hello page to send a message to Bruce or Janice Balcom.  More information can be found on the "Garden" page.

Question 5

How much time do we need to commit to for the Garden?

Accepted Answer

With a working share you will need to put in between 6 and 10 hours a week.  Families are welcome, and working hours vary based on when you are available to come and work.  See the Flyer on the "Home" page for all the details.