Pasture Raised Laying Hens
A collection of frequently asked questions about how we farm our pasture-raised laying birds
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Pasture Raised Pigs
A collection of frequently asked questions about how we farm our pasture-raised pigs
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A collection of frequently asked questions about how we farm our cattle
Pasture Raised Broilers
A collection of frequently asked questions about how we farm our pasture-raised broiler chickens.
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Are your animals ever given any hormones, growth promotants or steroids?
No, none of our animals are ever given products like that. That does not align with our values. We believe that by creating a healthy, functioning landscape, our animals will be a mirror of that environment.
What is your stance on mRNA vaccines in livestock?
No, we don't use mRNA on our livestock and have no intention of using such a product, as it does not align with our values. Currently, no mRNA vaccines are available or approved for the livestock industry in Australia.
What do your animals eat?
Each of our animals has different diets explicitly designed for them. Our cattle are 100% grass-fed and finished. They are not supplemented with grains. Their diet comprises the diverse pasture species we built on the farm, including grasses, legumes
How often are your animals moved?
At Forage Farms, we practice time-controlled grazing, which focuses on managing the plants growing in the paddock first and foremost and allowing adequate time for recovery before the animals return to a paddock. This ensures we are always looking af
What is pasture raised?
Pasture-raised is a way of managing animals out in the paddock, ensuring they always have access to fresh pasture and are being regularly moved. In this blog, you can read more about pasture-raised means at Forage Farms.