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Wondering whether pasture raised chicken is worth the higher price? This post breaks down the real differences between our daily rotated, on farm processed birds and conventional grocery store poultry, covering the hormone myth, chlorine wash processing, and the 8 to 12 percent retained water you may be paying meat prices for. We look at what nutrition research actually says about omega 3 content in pastured poultry, including where the evidence is strong and where it isn't. Learn what you're really buying so you can make the comparison with honest numbers.
Getaway Homestead in Grayson, Kentucky explains why we chose Ernst Grain & Livestock's Wholesome Harvest feed for our laying hens, pastured meat chickens, and guinea fowl. We break down what is actually in the bag, from non-GMO whole grains and live probiotics to flax oil that produces genuinely omega-3 enriched eggs, and we cite the poultry research behind each claim. We also take on the GMO and glyphosate debate honestly, including where the science is settled and where it is not. Finally, we share why supporting a seventh-generation family mill matters as much to us as the nutrition label.
Wondering what you can legally sell from your Kentucky homestead? This guide breaks down the state's direct-to-consumer sales rules in plain language, from the easy wins like fresh produce, eggs, and honey to Kentucky's Homebased Processor and Microprocessor programs for jams, baked goods, salsas, and pickles. We also cover the hard limits on raw milk, meat cuts, and dairy products, with links to the official state resources you need. Whether you're clearing out extra eggs or building a real farm income, here's where Kentucky draws the lines.
From backyard chickens in Hawaii to a regenerative homestead in the hills of Eastern Kentucky, this is the story of why we started Getaway Homestead. Meet Sean and Yaya, learn what drives our commitment to pasture-raised poultry and non-GMO, glyphosate-free eggs, and see why we only sell food we're proud to put on our own plates.