Inspired by the challenges our county has thrown at our small farm and other small farms in our area we are OVERCOMING their small mindedness with opening up a store!!! If you are new to our farm and the issues we have had with Washington County you can find a recap on our YouTube channel.  Since 2018 our farm has...

Here is the update and caution. The county board said that it is illegal for any farmer in Washington County to sell meat from their farm. Yes, this includes that it is illegal for you to come to the farm to pick up your orders or to purchase meat from us when you are out at the farm for classes...

Barreras Family Farm has always approached agriculture in a different style, seeing the old through new eyes.  We believe it is okay to break with tradition, to approach an age-old practice in a different style. If you have been out to our farm you know it’s not agriculture as usual. We are both farmers and teachers, forging new ways to...

It has been a pleasure to get to know Cristina and her family.  She has a beautiful spirit and is one of the sweetest moms you will meet. Its a win-win to be able to work with a fellow military spouse and start bringing you recipes that your family will love.  Make sure to share all your questions and recommendations...

This has definitely been a tumultuous year for small businesses. I took some time to reflect this Thanksgiving on all the things our business is thankful for. It was so much easier to be Thankful for the many amazing blessings in our personal life with kids, Army, home, friends, etc. but…I had to purposefully not give thought to the mounting...

Anthony and I met in Alaska and with his fast approaching retirement we both felt it was fitting to give into our longing to return to the state that holds our hearts. This trip was both for pleasure and for business. We enjoyed our old stomping grounds, spent hours reconnecting with friends, and enjoyed many new beautiful trails and attractions.

“Too late Navy, you lost your chance.” Wilson responded to a roar of laughter. Marines, AirForce, and Coast Guard all gave a polite response. Then my sweet, sweet Army family lifted the house as hundreds of soldiers in unison banged a fist on the table, arms shot straight up into the air in a strong proud salute and a deafening...

The highlight of this particular invitation was getting to learn from leaders in the agriculture industry. The amount of technology, innovative thought, processes, strategy, and planning that goes into growing food for our country is by far one of the most amazing enterprises we have had the pleasure to work in. 

There was no way I could have accomplished either while being married to an Army soldier, going through multiple deployments, raising children, and serving my community.

Anthony and I embarked on a unique journey last January. The journey isn’t quite finished, but our Rent-a-Chick educational program is fast approaching and we wanted to begin sharing the story with you.