Feathers & Furrow

07/31/2026

There’s just something special about growing your own fresh flowers for beautiful bouquets all summer long! 💐🥰

07/31/2026

UPDATE: We are sold out! It’s been a tough year so thank you everyone for your support!

WE HAVE SWEETCORN! 🌽

Hello everyone! It’s that time of year again!

This year we are doing things a little differently. Due to the storms we had this growing season, our sweet corn, unfortunately, ended up getting laid down 3 times so the pollination was spotty for some ears. Since we can’t tell which ears had the spotty pollination and which ones don’t, we are doing a canning special for all of it. And no, the taste is not affected and they are sweet as usual! So, come pick up some yummy, locally grown sweet corn while you still can!

Check the comments for pricing information.

We will be at the shop tomorrow, Saturday August 1st, from 11-2pm.

Pickup location:
25983 482nd St.
Brandon, SD 57005

06/29/2026

Story time! Check the comments!⬇️⬇️⬇️

06/28/2026

Early this morning, around 4am, some severe thunderstorms ripped through the Corson, SD area. It was so loud it jolted us awake and we could not go back to sleep.

We somehow got lucky with our shop. Nothing moved. Not even the light, plastic dog kennels that were sitting out front. However, our field with our sweet corn, produce, and research plot along with everyone around our shop wasn’t so lucky.

Just to give you an idea, the blue trailer was directly behind our shop and we had a trailer sitting at our shop the same direction as well and for some reason it didn’t tip over. Weather is truly mysterious that’s for sure. We are just thankful no one got hurt.

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04/04/2026

Here’s something that surprises a LOT of people:

Did you know fresh eggs don’t actually need to go straight into the fridge? At least not right away.🥚

When a hen lays an egg, it naturally has a protective coating on the outside called the “bloom” (or cuticle).
This invisible layer seals the shell and helps keep bacteria out while also locking moisture in.

As long as that bloom is intact (meaning the egg has NOT been washed), the egg is naturally protected.

⏰ So how long can eggs sit out?

With the bloom intact:
- Eggs can safely sit on the counter for about 2–3 weeks
- Keep them in a cool spot out of direct sunlight

After that, it’s best to move them to the fridge to extend their shelf life.

❄️ What about in the fridge?

Here’s where farm fresh eggs really shine:

Unwashed eggs (bloom intact) in the fridge:
- Can last 3 to even 5+ months

Washed eggs (bloom removed) in the fridge:
- Best used within 3–5 weeks (similar to store-bought eggs)

That’s a BIG difference — and it all comes down to that natural protective layer.

🛑 Why store eggs are always refrigerated:

In the U.S., store-bought eggs are required to be washed and sanitized, which removes the bloom completely.
Once that layer is gone, eggs must be refrigerated right away to stay safe.

💡 What we recommend:

For the best of both worlds:

- Store your eggs in the fridge with the bloom still intact
- Only wash them right before you use them

This helps them stay fresh for as long as possible while still keeping things safe and clean in your kitchen 🙌

Have you been keeping your eggs on the counter or in the fridge?
And did you already know about the bloom, or is this new to you?

04/01/2026

Pam! Congratulations Pam! Enjoy the close parking spot this week!😂

03/31/2026

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03/29/2026

03/28/2026

Me: Roast me in one line. Don't hold back.
ChatGPT: You're out here planning a whole farm business but still Googling which way your air filter goes. Me: Haha that wasn't me.
That was my husband who Googled that😂 ChatGPT: Ah got it—so you're building the empire and he's the "which way does the air go?" department. Me: Yes, exactly!
ChatGPT: Perfect-every successful farm needs a CEO and a "hold this while I Google it" guy😂

03/26/2026

Farm-fresh eggs aren’t just a trendy choice—they’re genuinely different from what you typically find at the grocery store.

In large-scale egg production, many hens spend their lives in tight quarters with limited space to move, no access to grass, and little to no natural sunlight. While conditions can vary by farm, the reality is that high production demands often prioritize efficiency. That kind of environment can lead to higher stress levels for the birds, and what a chicken eats—and how it lives—directly affects the quality of the eggs it produces.

When hens have a more natural lifestyle—scratching in the dirt, eating bugs, soaking up sunshine—the difference shows up in the egg. You’ll often see rich, deep orange yolks instead of pale yellow ones. That color isn’t just pretty—it’s tied to a more diverse, nutrient-rich diet, which also brings better flavor.

Then there’s what happens after the egg is laid. Commercial eggs are washed and sanitized, which removes the egg’s natural protective coating called the “bloom.” That bloom is what helps seal the shell and keep bacteria out. Once it’s gone, the eggs have to be refrigerated to stay safe. Fresh, unwashed eggs still have that natural barrier intact, which is why they can safely sit on the counter for a period of time.

Timing matters too. By the time store-bought eggs are collected, processed, packaged, shipped, and stocked, they can already be several weeks old—sometimes even 30 to 60 days from when they were laid. Over time, both flavor and certain nutrients begin to denature.

Farm-fresh eggs skip most of that. They’re typically gathered and sold within days, not weeks. They haven’t been stripped of their bloom, they come from hens that are often raised in lower-stress, more natural environments, and they reflect a more varied diet.

A few fun facts about farm fresh vs store bought eggs:

• Fresher eggs have firmer whites and stand taller in the pan
• The yolks are thicker, richer, and more vibrant
• The shells are often stronger due to better mineral intake
• The flavor is noticeably fuller—especially in simple dishes like fried or scrambled eggs

At the end of the day, it’s not just “an egg is an egg.” The hen’s environment, stress levels and how it’s produced, handled, and how fresh it is all play a role—and that’s why farm-fresh eggs tend to stand in a league of their own.

So, if you’re able, make the switch to farm fresh eggs for your family. You’re not only making a healthier choice but your also supporting your local chicken farmer who are more than likely obsessed with and love their chickens deeply.