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Pasture Raised Pork

written by

Morgan Dawkins

posted on

August 23, 2026

Our First Pasture-Raised Pork Has Arrived | Mad Horse Meats

Our First Pasture-Raised Pork Has Arrived

A few weeks ago, we sent our first hogs to the processor. This week, that pork is finally making its way back to the farm, and we could not be more excited to share it with you.

Where It Started

Our pigs are Berkshire, one of the oldest and most respected heritage pig breeds in the world. We built our herd with genetics from breeder Grant Lazarus, and Charles Boarkley, who you may know from a certain viral reel or two, is the boar behind our breeding program.

Unlike commercial pork breeds raised for speed and volume, Berkshire pigs grow slower and live an entirely different kind of life. Ours spend their days rooting, wallowing, and moving around outdoor pens here at Honey Glass Farm in Hancocks Bridge. No crates, no confinement barns, no shortcuts.

Why Pasture-Raised Pork Tastes Different

Berkshire pork is known for deep red color and rich marbling you simply do not find in commercial pork. Slower growth and an active, outdoor life change the texture and flavor of the meat itself. It is closer to what pork tasted like generations ago, before industrial hog farming became the standard.

From Farm to Freezer

Our first hogs went to Lehigh Valley Meats, a USDA-inspected processor we trust to handle every animal with care and precision. We worked closely with them on cut sheets to bring you a full range of pasture-raised pork, not just sausage. This first round includes:

  • Bone-in pork chops
  • Full rack spare ribs
  • Boneless pork butt roast
  • Whole pork tenderloin
  • Thick-cut smoked bacon
  • Smoked half hams
  • Smoked hocks
  • Lard
  • Ground pork, bratwurst, sweet Italian, and maple sausage

We chose a no sugar added, uncured cure on our bacon and ham for a cleaner label, and went with thick-cut bacon because, frankly, it is better than what you will find at the grocery store.

What's Next

This first batch is just four hogs, so quantities on some cuts will be limited. As more of our Berkshire herd finishes out, we will keep the freezer and farm stand stocked with the full lineup.

Thank you for supporting a small farm doing things the slower, harder, better way. We cannot wait for you to taste the difference.

Want more of the day to day? Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for farm updates, new products, and yes, more Charles Boarkley.

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