Three Kings Preparation

Join the farmers at Hawthorne Valley Farm for their annual Three Kings Preparation. This preparation is born out of the impulse to maintain the balance of the farm organism. In it, we walk the boundary of the farm fields, applying a stirred prepared mixture to the...

Cow Lane Update

Despite the heat and humidity of late June, work commenced on an improved cow lane leading to Hawthorne Valley Farm’s fields on the north side of Harlemville Road. For many years, the Farm has used two lanes to access those fields. However, increased use by students,...

Bulk Meat Purchasing

Interested in purchasing bulk meat? The farm is offering a special price on Whole and Half Pigs, and Half and Quarter Cows. These will be slaughtered on-farm, and available for pick up mid-April. Orders need to be made by March 15. Please email Spencer for prices,...

Winter Cow Grooming

Winter Cow Grooming is Back! Join us in the milking barn Fridays from 2:30-3:30pm and help us brush our dairy cows! Why brushing? Brushing stimulates the skin under the cow’s fur and encourages shedding, which cows need to do to maintain their thick, lovely...