Twist My Farm

07/31/2024

After taking a few months off to recoup and reset after spring, we are finally back at it with some exciting litters!!

05/16/2024

My dear friend Whitney from Tumble Tree Farm will be joining us at our booth!

Tumble Tree Farm will have pedigreed black otter and blue otter Rex rabbits out of their champion show lines, great for meat, fur, pets, and potentially show. Find them at the Twist My Farm booth!

05/14/2024

Had a great photo shoot at Udder Nonsense Farms recently. Their goats are udderly top notch and Ashley will be offering any goat kids left at MAES Farmer’s Market this weekend. Look for her at our shared booth!

05/14/2024

05/14/2024

The day is almost upon us!! Join us at MAES Farmer’s Market this Saturday! We will have some Easter and olive egger chicks, Muscovy and Cayuga ducklings, and [hopefully] some Cotton Patch Goslings. Besides that, we will also be bringing a whole mess of TAMUK-Composite Rabbits.

We are able to bring more upon request: adult olive egger flock (1 roo, 4 laying hens), straight comb Nankin Breeding Trio (perfect for 4H), Muscovy Laying/Breeding Trios, and New Zealand Rabbit Breeding Bucks.

05/11/2024

I definitely didn’t think I’d be seeing an aurora borealis in Georgia! This was taken at 10pm last night 😍

05/11/2024

Sales Policy and Pricing!

These images were created for MAES Farmer’s Market so they don't include everything we offer, just what we plan on bringing to the market. Pricing is subject to change, but that being said these aren't augmented for the market. If you are coming to the market and are looking for something specific, send us a message and we would be happy to transport adults for pickup at the market.

We will also have hatching eggs available at the market. Prices will be handwritten on the cartons.

05/05/2024

Discover the unique TAMUK Composite Rabbit, a breed expertly crafted for backyard meat production and designed by Dr. Lukefahr about 30 years ago. This breed stands out due to its hybrid vigor, enhancing steady production and reproductive traits like fertility, litter size, and milk production. Initially created from a blend of seven diverse breeds—New Zealand Red, Siamese Satin, Californian, New Zealand White, Dutch, Champagne d’Argent, Harlequin, and Havana—the TAMUK Composite boasts a genetic cocktail that supports a spectrum of coat colors. From agouti and black to lilac and red, these rabbits not only add color variety to your homestead but also offer the potential for selling naturally colored pelts at markets.

Key features of the TAMUK Composite include large ears with thin fur to aid in heat dissipation, a large, convex skull shape to facilitate more effective oxygen intake, and a slight mandolin or commercial body type, all contributing to their exceptional heat tolerance. This makes them perfect for regions prone to hot climates. The integration with the TAMUK line of New Zealand Whites has further boosted this breed's performance, particularly in traits crucial for effective meat production.

Ideal for small-scale backyard operations, this breed provides a fascinating way to involve family members, especially children, thanks to its intriguing variety of colors and educational value.

The TAMUK Composite Rabbit exemplifies sustainable and practical livestock farming, providing a valuable resource for both small family farms and larger commercial operations looking to enhance their productivity under challenging environmental conditions.

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05/04/2024

We are collecting eggs for ! Come out and see me and Taylor, owner and operator of . Located at Alexander Highschool on May 18,2024 from 11am-3pm. There will be livestock vendors like myself and Taylor, craft vendors and food vendors. There will also be live music, a mechanical bull riding competition and pony rides. It supports our local FFA, as well as the young rangers and farmers association and the Farm Bureau. A complete list of what I have available will be posted in the next week as well as access to files such as care instructions! We hope everyone makes it out and enjoys all of the hard work that went into bridging the gap between our local community and our agriculture folks as well as other small businesses!

05/03/2024

RIP to our very first duck, Pinky. ❤️

Somehow she didn't make it into the coop (I expect to find a nest hidden somewhere) and got got by some sort of large mammal in a camera blindspot. It hit us very hard because she was the OG favorite but she wasn't the first and won't be the last. Such is life on a farm. 😣 Friendly reminder that animals should be secured overnight!

04/18/2024

In the heart of our urban homestead, roosters are more than the morning's herald; they are integral to the vitality of our permaculture ecosystem. 🌱🐓 They get a bad rap because of their crow, but we are definitely pro-rooster. Here's why keeping a rooster can be essential to urban farmers:

1. Flock Harmony: Roosters are the guardians of the coop, ensuring peace and order among the hens and young chickens. Their presence alone can enhance the social structure and well-being of the entire flock.

2. Sustainable Breeding: With a rooster in the mix, we're able to naturally expand our flock, fostering a self-sufficient homestead.

3. Natural Pest Control: Our rooster is on pest patrol, foraging for insects and grubs, keeping our garden thriving without the need for harmful chemicals.

4. Vigilant Protectors: Always alert, roosters act as an early warning system against potential threats, they have been known to sacrifice themselves for their ladies if it comes to it.

5. Instinctive Leaders: They encourage hens to forage and feed safely, maintaining the natural balance and health of our chickens as they roam the homestead.

6. A Touch of Tradition: Beyond their utility, roosters bring aesthetic and cultural richness to our urban oasis, connecting us to an agricultural legacy.

7. Living Lessons: As part of our educational outreach, roosters help illustrate the full spectrum of chicken behavior and life cycles to learners of all ages.