Rucker Farm Expands to New Land!

We’re stepping into a new chapter, and we want to bring you along with us! We have expanded farm operations into newly leased land in Orange county, a fantastic opportunity that allows us to deepen our commitment to raising high-quality beef, poultry, and pork. While this is a change for us as young farmers, it only means good things for you—your ordering process, pickup locations (including the main Rucker Farm pickup and Farmers Markets), and our commitment to transparency all remain unchanged, ensuring the same reliable experience you’ve come to trust.

Over the past several months, we have worked hard to establish clear ordering windows and deadlines to ensure you continue to receive our products just as you always have while we transition. We know consistency matters, and we are grateful for the support you’ve shown us as we make these behind-the-scenes improvements.

This move comes as part of an exciting partnership with a local farmer, which eventually led us to the decision to relocate our family in order to better expand our operations and be more involved in the work ahead. As you know, we value honesty in all that we do, and with two major life events—welcoming our son, Judd, in December and moving our home—we wanted to wait until we could share this news with certainty and a sense of calmness.

While we will continue to offer beef, poultry, and pork, our primary focus is on learning and growing in all things grass-fed beef! You may notice some changes on social media as we start sharing more from our new landscape—one that is flatter, wetter, and incredibly beautiful. These fields have been managed with close attention for years, and we are excited to steward them moving forward with a regenerative lens.

Bring on the beef! Going forward, this will allow us to provide a more consistent supply of grass-fed beef to everyone who has been patient with us along the way. The pre-existing management style aligns closely with the values and practices we strive for with Rucker Farm, including intensive rotational grazing, specific breeding seasons, and a focus on epigenetics to ensure long-term herd health.

For this herd to continue growing, it needs more invested hands on deck, and we’re excited to step in. This partnership allows us to make a positive impact on the land while also expanding our own farming experience and education. This opportunity also gives us access to more leased land as Rucker Farm operations continue to grow! 

This year will look a bit different for us, as we anticipate hosting fewer events. My (Isabelle’s) focus has shifted more towards the children, while Garrett is concentrating on scaling our farm in a way that honors our values. Through it all, our commitment to learning, growth, and doing what we love remains stronger than ever.

At its core, this transition is about extending the family farm—one of the guiding principles of Rucker Farm. We see this as an opportunity to build upon our foundation, nurture the land, and continue providing you with the highest quality products, as well as a story you can connect with. We want our family farm to remain strong for generations to come as we continue to bring education and lived experience to what we do! 

We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have!