After weeks of spreading the word about our Master Cattleman and his dedicated work with our herd, we are thrilled to announce that Derek Lawson is officially Louisville’s Favorite Farmer in Edible’s Local Hero Awards! We are so grateful to those who voted in support of sustainability, mission-driven farming, Derek, and Foxhollow Farm. On the […]
Our Local Hero
One of the most important pieces of advice we pass on to people who call us is to know your farmer. That’s important for a few reasons. Firstly, it means you’re buying local. Secondly, it gives you a chance to see if your food values match that of the person who raises your food. Lastly, […]
Community Raised Beef
On a cold morning in February 2009, I was at a National Grass Fed Beef luncheon, enjoying a slice of meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, and collard greens. I had the pleasure of sitting next to a fourth generation cattleman from Georgia, Will Harris. Harris, of White Oak Pastures, recently received accolades in the New York Times […]
100% Bluegrass-Fed Beef: Freshly Frozen & Just Butchered
At Foxhollow Farm we process our bluegrass-fed cattle once a month. To increase tenderness and flavor, we age the sides of beef for two weeks. After two weeks, the butchers at Memphis Meat Processing get to work. At this family business, generations work side-by-side meticulously cutting the meat into steaks and roasts, or freshly grinding […]