Pasture-Raised Berkshire Pork - Smoked Ham Hocks
Discover our pasture-raised berkshire smoked ham hocks 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 Berkshire Smoked Ham Hocks reflect the best of 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.
*Please note: Each cut is priced by weight. Select your desired size from the dropdown to view your final price—larger cuts cost more, while smaller cuts cost less.
Our Pork
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.
What is Berkshire Pork and why all of 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.
USDA Pork Cooking Guidelines
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.