Pasture-Raised Berkshire Pork and Chicken Bundle
Discover Pasture-Raised Berkshire Pork and Chicken Bundle – The Morning Harvest from our small Colorado farm—raised with care and processed with integrity. Always free of antibiotics and hormones, delivered fresh to NE Colorado and the Denver Metro Area.
Our Pasture-Raised Berkshire Pork and Chicken Bundle reflects the best farm-to-table values. Raised naturally on open fields, our animals enjoy space, sunshine, and a wholesome diet. We never use antibiotics or hormones, and every cut is handled with respect for both flavor and animal welfare. Perfect for families who value honest farm-fresh food. Delivered to NE Colorado and the Denver Metro Area.
Our Pork and Chicken
Our pigs are a Berkshire heritage breed pork. They are raised here in Akron, CO on a diet of fresh pasture grasses, grains, and seasonal produce. Pigs only have a single stomach like humans and cannot survive on grass alone. They can eat it, of course. It is not toxic to them. However, they cannot extract the proteins from the grass due to the high fiber content. This is why we supplement with grains. Our pigs live on sheltered pastures with access to sunshine, fresh water, and a constant supply of fresh greens.
Our Brahma chickens are raised in the same pasture as our pigs on a diet of pasture grasses, field peas, and clover. They take a bit more to get to roasting weight, but it is worth it to be able to offer a juicy heritage chicken free of fillers, antibiotics, and chemicals.
What Is Berkshire Pork and Why The Hype?
The Japanese name, Kurobuta, means “black pig.” Many of you have probably heard of Wagyu beef, which also hails from Japan. Well, Kurobuta is the Wagyu of the pork industry. In the 1800s, Berkshire hogs were given to the Emperor of Japan as a gesture of goodwill. They were so well received that Japan has had a culinary love affair with Berkshire pork to this day.
Live Weight vs. Hanging Weight vs. Packaged Weight
Live Weight - the weight the pig is before butchering.
Hanging Weight - about 50-60% of the weight of “live weight” or “on the hoof”).
Packaged Weight - about 55 – 62% of hanging weight depending on your custom cut instructions, like whether your cut instructions say “bone in” or "boneless" for example.
USDA Cooking Guidelines
Pork
Cook all raw pork steaks, chops, and roasts to a minimum internal temperature of 145°F (62.8 °C) as measured with a food thermometer before removing meat from the heat source. For safety and quality, allow meat to rest for at least three minutes before carving or consuming
Chicken
This product was prepared from inspected and passed meat and/or poultry. Some food products may contain bacteria that could cause illness if the product is mishandled or cooked improperly. For your protection, follow these safe handling instructions.
Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or microwave.
Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods. Wash working surfaces (including cutting boards), utensils, and hands after touching raw meat or poultry.
Cook thoroughly.
Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers immediately or discard.