News from Diamond B Farm
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Turkey Time!!
~Aug 5th 2016~
Our turkey chicks have finally arrived!!! We will have fresh turkeys for sale for Thanksgiving. It's never too soon to order, but it can be too late. Get your orders in now!
~Aug 5th 2016~
Our turkey chicks have finally arrived!!! We will have fresh turkeys for sale for Thanksgiving. It's never too soon to order, but it can be too late. Get your orders in now!
Howdy from all our cows!
~Summer 2016~
~Summer 2016~
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Chicken, it's what's for dinner!
~July 2 2016~ We are currently still taking orders for our Pasture Raised Chicken that will be ready in October. Also we are taking orders for Thanksgiving Turkeys!!! |
Pasture Raised Beef and Pork
~July 1 2016~
We are completely stocked up on all your favorite beef and pork cuts! Celebrate 4th of July with some awesome meats produced by your local farmer!
~July 1 2016~
We are completely stocked up on all your favorite beef and pork cuts! Celebrate 4th of July with some awesome meats produced by your local farmer!
Annual Spring Letter
~Spring 2016~
Hello All,
Well it’s that time of year again, time for the annual farm update! It has most definitely been a strange winter this year. I think we went through at least 3 rounds of mud seasons this winter with these bewildering, but pleasant, warm stretches of weather.
On a more personal note, however, this last year has been one of the more difficult years I’ve had on the farm. We lost our two oldest cows, Elsie and Jillian, due to factors related to their age. Elsie made it to a glorious 16 years of age and Jillian made it to 15. We’ve also had the misfortune of having a freak accident kill one of our yearling steers and for some mysterious reason, which we are still looking into, I’ve lost two calves as well. It has been hard losing so many of my animals but we are hoping that this year will bring better luck and fortune.
This spring I will have 3 pigs for sale as whole or half sides of pork. Currently none are spoken for so please by all means get your orders in before they are gone. This year I am adjusting our pork price a bit. In past years pork has been $3.50/lb and you add the processing fee of about $1.00/lb(rough total of $4.50/lb) on top of that. This year will be different. I will be covering the processing fee in my price plus increasing the price by $0.50/lb. So that’s $3.50 plus the $0.50 increase and the processing fee bringing it to a total of $5.00/lb. Like in the past however this does not include any smoked pork you get. That varies too much from customer to customer and will be an added fee directly from the butcher. Also if you wish to order pork for this fall, I will be processing 5 so feel free to get your orders in now for those as well.
For beef, the pricing is changing as well. It was the same as the pork, and will change the same as the pork, so an even $5.00/lb to cover your beef and processing as well. I will be processing several steers this year and if you are already on the waiting list waiting for some beef I hope to get to you as soon as I can. If you wish to be removed from the list that is no problem, just let me know at any time.
I will be doing chickens again this summer. Pricing is staying the same at $4.50/lb with the birds averaging about 5lbs each. As usual I will be doing 3 batches, to be ready in July, August, and October. I will only be doing 70 birds in each of the first two batches and 90 for the last batch so please get your orders in soon and let me know which month you would like to get your chickens.
Turkeys! Turkeys! Turkeys! Yes, we will be doing turkeys this year! Come hell or high water we will have fresh turkeys for Thanksgiving. I know many of you were disappointed when we were not able to do them last year but fear not, they will be back! Turkeys will remain at the same price as in the past at $4.50/lb and I am planning on them being in the 18-22lb range. Hopefully we won’t have mutant turkeys that grow like crazy like the last batch we did. The sooner you get your orders for turkeys in the better I can guarantee you will get yours for the holidays.
As always we have eggs available for sale at the farm. Don’t forget though that we do have retail cuts of beef and pork available right at the farm as well. So please stop on by and fill up your fridge/freezer with some great products produced by us!
If you have any questions on any of our products please feel free to contact me at any time.
Thank you!
~Spring 2016~
Hello All,
Well it’s that time of year again, time for the annual farm update! It has most definitely been a strange winter this year. I think we went through at least 3 rounds of mud seasons this winter with these bewildering, but pleasant, warm stretches of weather.
On a more personal note, however, this last year has been one of the more difficult years I’ve had on the farm. We lost our two oldest cows, Elsie and Jillian, due to factors related to their age. Elsie made it to a glorious 16 years of age and Jillian made it to 15. We’ve also had the misfortune of having a freak accident kill one of our yearling steers and for some mysterious reason, which we are still looking into, I’ve lost two calves as well. It has been hard losing so many of my animals but we are hoping that this year will bring better luck and fortune.
This spring I will have 3 pigs for sale as whole or half sides of pork. Currently none are spoken for so please by all means get your orders in before they are gone. This year I am adjusting our pork price a bit. In past years pork has been $3.50/lb and you add the processing fee of about $1.00/lb(rough total of $4.50/lb) on top of that. This year will be different. I will be covering the processing fee in my price plus increasing the price by $0.50/lb. So that’s $3.50 plus the $0.50 increase and the processing fee bringing it to a total of $5.00/lb. Like in the past however this does not include any smoked pork you get. That varies too much from customer to customer and will be an added fee directly from the butcher. Also if you wish to order pork for this fall, I will be processing 5 so feel free to get your orders in now for those as well.
For beef, the pricing is changing as well. It was the same as the pork, and will change the same as the pork, so an even $5.00/lb to cover your beef and processing as well. I will be processing several steers this year and if you are already on the waiting list waiting for some beef I hope to get to you as soon as I can. If you wish to be removed from the list that is no problem, just let me know at any time.
I will be doing chickens again this summer. Pricing is staying the same at $4.50/lb with the birds averaging about 5lbs each. As usual I will be doing 3 batches, to be ready in July, August, and October. I will only be doing 70 birds in each of the first two batches and 90 for the last batch so please get your orders in soon and let me know which month you would like to get your chickens.
Turkeys! Turkeys! Turkeys! Yes, we will be doing turkeys this year! Come hell or high water we will have fresh turkeys for Thanksgiving. I know many of you were disappointed when we were not able to do them last year but fear not, they will be back! Turkeys will remain at the same price as in the past at $4.50/lb and I am planning on them being in the 18-22lb range. Hopefully we won’t have mutant turkeys that grow like crazy like the last batch we did. The sooner you get your orders for turkeys in the better I can guarantee you will get yours for the holidays.
As always we have eggs available for sale at the farm. Don’t forget though that we do have retail cuts of beef and pork available right at the farm as well. So please stop on by and fill up your fridge/freezer with some great products produced by us!
If you have any questions on any of our products please feel free to contact me at any time.
Thank you!
Happy Holidays
~December 6 2015~
Diamond B Farm and Tony would like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks to each and every one of you for making 2015 another successful year.
~December 6 2015~
Diamond B Farm and Tony would like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks to each and every one of you for making 2015 another successful year.
Diamond B Jewel
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Diamond B Jazmine
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Diamond B Tony
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~November 23, 2015~
It has taken many years, many long hours, blood, sweat and some tears but I have the fortune of breeding and owning 3 generations of Champion Belted Galloways. In 2004 Diamond B Jewel was the Sr. Champion at the Big E Belted Galloway Show, the following year, her daughter Diamond B Jazmine, won Jr. Champion at NAILE. This last year, and the first time back in the show ring in 7 years, Jazmine's son, Diamond B Anthony DiNozzo, took Reserve Sr. Champion Bull at the Fryeburg Belted Galloway Show. For a small farm like mine I take great pride in my livestock and I can't be more proud of my cattle and what they can do. Thank you to everyone that has supported me over the years and who continues to support me into the future!
It has taken many years, many long hours, blood, sweat and some tears but I have the fortune of breeding and owning 3 generations of Champion Belted Galloways. In 2004 Diamond B Jewel was the Sr. Champion at the Big E Belted Galloway Show, the following year, her daughter Diamond B Jazmine, won Jr. Champion at NAILE. This last year, and the first time back in the show ring in 7 years, Jazmine's son, Diamond B Anthony DiNozzo, took Reserve Sr. Champion Bull at the Fryeburg Belted Galloway Show. For a small farm like mine I take great pride in my livestock and I can't be more proud of my cattle and what they can do. Thank you to everyone that has supported me over the years and who continues to support me into the future!
Fresh Thanksgiving Turkeys
Sold Out
~November 14, 2014~
If you haven't already reserved your turkey, now is the time. We only have two left! Turkeys will average between 14 - 24 lbs. Why the large weight difference? Hens are significantly smaller than Toms. The birds will be processed the Monday before Thanksgiving. Bird will run $4.50 per lb. Call or email Meghan to reserve yours today! (603) 762-0190 or diamondbfarm14@gmail.com
Sold Out
~November 14, 2014~
If you haven't already reserved your turkey, now is the time. We only have two left! Turkeys will average between 14 - 24 lbs. Why the large weight difference? Hens are significantly smaller than Toms. The birds will be processed the Monday before Thanksgiving. Bird will run $4.50 per lb. Call or email Meghan to reserve yours today! (603) 762-0190 or diamondbfarm14@gmail.com
Taking 2014 Orders
~Spring 2014~ It’s that time of year again, time to start thinking about your orders for 2014. As usual we will be offering beef, pork, chicken, turkeys and eggs for sale, along with hay. If you are not already on my beef list and want to be please let me know. Our waiting list is about a year long, but we will be processing 4 steers this summer so many of you will be getting beef this year. Beef prices will be staying the same at $3.50/lb(hanging weight) plus processing which averages about $1.00/lb(hanging weight). Roughly speaking ½ a steer will be about 350lbs hanging weight and a ¼ will be about 180lbs. If you are interested in ordering pork this year I need to know ASAP!!!! Pork prices will remain the same as last year at $3.50/lb(hanging weight) plus processing at about $1.00/lb(hanging weight). If you are interested in piglets to raise yourself, they will be $100 for spring piglets and $70 for fall piglets. Also to keep in mind if you don’t want pork for this fall I will be having 2 litters this fall that will be ready for spring of 2015. If that sounds more appealing again let me know and will make a note of it. Chicken and Turkey will be remaining the same price at $4.50/lb. I’m planning on doing over 200 chickens this summer, but they sell fast so make sure to get your order in this spring so that I can get you all the chickens you want. I will also be upping the amount of turkeys I will be raising for Thanksgiving, so if you know anyone that may want a turkey please let me know. Eggs at the moment are still $3.00/dz but as of the 1st of June they will be going up to $3.50/dz. As always we will be making hay this year for those of you who are interested. Hay will be $5.50/bale out of the barn and $4.50/bale out of the field. If you would like to be on our calling list to pick up out of the field let me know. NEGG Heifer Project
~November 25, 2013~
The New England Galloway Group has announced the 2013 application period for The Heifer Project. The Heifer Project places a Belted Galloway heifer calf with a deserving youth recipient to allow for a hands-on education in cattle rearing and showmanship and to develop a love of the breed. The youth selected to receive a heifer is expected to return the first heifer calf back to the program so it will continue each year. The application deadline is December 15, 2013. Please use the following link to obtain an application. www.newenglandgallowaygroup.com/info/calendar.html SOLD OUT for 2013
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Diamond B June Bug
Diamond B June Bug is a bred black heifer. June has been pasture exposed to our bull Mile Creek Farm Supreme 417W. June Bug was born on our farm June 02, 2011. June is halter broke. |
Diamond B Joy
Diamond B Joy is a dun heifer. Joy was born on March 31, 2012. Joy is halter broke. She would make a great 4-H project for any kid. |
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Order Pork Now
~February 04, 2013~
We are now taking orders for pork that will be ready in March 2013. Please contact Meghan Bickford to place your order. We will also have pork available in the fall. Updated February 24, 2013
We are now taking orders for pork that will be ready in March 2013. Please contact Meghan Bickford to place your order. We will also have pork available in the fall. Updated February 24, 2013
New England Galloway Group Heifer Project
~December 17, 2012~
The New England Galloway Group has announced an extended application period for The Heifer Project. The Heifer Project places a Belted Galloway heifer calf with a deserving youth recipient to allow for a hands-on education in cattle rearing and showmanship and to develop a love of the breed. The youth selected to receive a heifer is expected to return the first heifer calf back to the program so it will continue each year.
The application deadline is January 15, 2013.
Please use the following link to obtain an application. www.newenglandgallowaygroup.com/info/calendar.html
The New England Galloway Group has announced an extended application period for The Heifer Project. The Heifer Project places a Belted Galloway heifer calf with a deserving youth recipient to allow for a hands-on education in cattle rearing and showmanship and to develop a love of the breed. The youth selected to receive a heifer is expected to return the first heifer calf back to the program so it will continue each year.
The application deadline is January 15, 2013.
Please use the following link to obtain an application. www.newenglandgallowaygroup.com/info/calendar.html
-Sold Out for 2012-
Piglets For Sale
~October 26, 2012~
Miss Sue had a litter of 12 piglets September 19, 2012. The litter consists of nine males and three females. The piglets have had their iron shots, and the males have been castrated. Their parents are both on site for viewing. The Boar is a 3 yr old Hampshire, and the Sow is a 2 yr old Blue Butt.
The piglets have been weaned and are available for purchase. If you are interested in purchasing a piglet, please contact Meghan Bickford at (603) 762-0190.
Miss Sue had a litter of 12 piglets September 19, 2012. The litter consists of nine males and three females. The piglets have had their iron shots, and the males have been castrated. Their parents are both on site for viewing. The Boar is a 3 yr old Hampshire, and the Sow is a 2 yr old Blue Butt.
The piglets have been weaned and are available for purchase. If you are interested in purchasing a piglet, please contact Meghan Bickford at (603) 762-0190.
Deerfield Fair 2012
~September 30, 2012~
The 136th Annual Deerfield Fair ran from September 27th - September 30th 2012. Meghan Bickford of Diamond B Farm was the judge for the 4-H Beef Cattle Show. It was a cold and rainy morning, but the 4-H'ers didn't let that discourage them. The participants exhibited their cattle with pride, and a good time was had by all.
Official results should be published online soon.
The 136th Annual Deerfield Fair ran from September 27th - September 30th 2012. Meghan Bickford of Diamond B Farm was the judge for the 4-H Beef Cattle Show. It was a cold and rainy morning, but the 4-H'ers didn't let that discourage them. The participants exhibited their cattle with pride, and a good time was had by all.
Official results should be published online soon.
Happy 250th Birthday New Durham
Nick & Meghan in the parade
~July 28, 2012~
The town of New Durham celebrated its 250th birthday the last weekend of July. The Bickford Farm is New Durham's oldest continously operated farm. Meghan gave tours of the operation to over 100 people. Diamond B Farm also hosted Cow Patty Bingo to help raise funds for the town.
Meghan and her brother Nick also participated in the parade. The theme was 'Past & Present', so an antique and modern tractor was entered. Nick drove the 1952 Allis Chalmer model CA his grandfather used on the dairy. Meghan operated the 2004 John Deere 5203.
The town of New Durham celebrated its 250th birthday the last weekend of July. The Bickford Farm is New Durham's oldest continously operated farm. Meghan gave tours of the operation to over 100 people. Diamond B Farm also hosted Cow Patty Bingo to help raise funds for the town.
Meghan and her brother Nick also participated in the parade. The theme was 'Past & Present', so an antique and modern tractor was entered. Nick drove the 1952 Allis Chalmer model CA his grandfather used on the dairy. Meghan operated the 2004 John Deere 5203.
Meghan giving Farm Tours & Robin selling eggs
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Cow Patty Bingo
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EGGS!!!
~June 04, 2012~
The wait is finally over, our hens are laying!. Stop by the farm to purchase at your convenience.
A dozen Farm Fresh Pasture Raised Eggs cost $3.00
The wait is finally over, our hens are laying!. Stop by the farm to purchase at your convenience.
A dozen Farm Fresh Pasture Raised Eggs cost $3.00
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Order Your Thanksgiving Turkey Today
Wild Turkey in our Hay Field
~May 20, 2012~
We are still taking a few orders for Thanksgiving Turkeys. The birds will be ordered in mid-June to allow plenty of growing time. Don't miss your chance to serve a delicious Pasture Raised Turkey to you loved ones this holiday season. Contact Meghan Bickford for additional information.
New Addition at the Farm
~May 09, 2012~
On April 18, 2012 Curly Sue gave birth to 10 healthy piglets. This was Curly Sue's first litter and she made an exceptional mother. The piglets will soon be introduced to the great outdoors, just in time for mud season.
The 22nd National Belted Galloway Sale
~April 29, 2012~
We participated in the annual National Belted Galloway Sale in Fryeburg, Maine the last weekend of April. This years sale was a huge sucess for both the New England Galloway Group and Diamond B Farm. We would like to say "Thank You" to everyone who bid on and purchased our Belties. We appreciate your business.
Our Layers Are Out!
Meghan and a few of the hens
The portable Chicken Coop is complete. The fields are greening up. Our hens are on pasture and loving every minute! They are currently in the field behind the farm house, along Main Street. The girls are rotated to a fresh patch of grass every couple days. If you are in the area, slow down take gander. You'll never see happier chickens.
Meghan Bickford featured on new USDA interactive website
~ March 01, 2012~
Back in November 2011 New Hampshire Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) did a story on Diamond B Farm. This story gained national attention, and was selected for a case study being developed by the USDA. We were one of only eleven operations selected throughout the nation, and we are truly honored. Please take a moment to learn more about the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Compass.
We've Been Flocked!
Bob & Meghan Bickford
~February 07, 2012~
In efforts to raise money for the Town of New Durham's 250th birthday celebration this July a unique fundraiser was established. Volunteers are moving the bright pink flamingos throughout the community, and having a blast doing so. You can follow the flock on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/NDFLOCK.
Our First Batch of Hens Are In!!!
Day Old Chick
~December 22, 2011~
Diamond B is getting into the egg business. We've already purchased 30 Black Sex Link chicks, who should start laying in late May or early June. Keep us in mind for Pasture Raised Eggs come summer.
Welcome to the Farm
Rodney
~December 15, 2011~
Our new Bull, who we've named Rodney, is the newest addition to the farm. Rodney made the trip up from South Carolina just in time for winter. We are glad to report he is adjusting well to this crazy New Hampshire weather. Only a couple weeks before Rodney arrived, Diamond B invested in a Hampshire Boar. Black Magic, who we call Rudy is 1 year old. He was purchased from McFarland Farm in Chester, NH.
USDA-NRCS Sucess Story Written On Meghan Bickford & Diamond B Farm
Meghan Bickford Fall 2011
~November 22, 2011~
Meg Bickford of Diamond B Farm in New Durham, New Hampshire, shares how her interest in farming and livestock developed and what she is planning for the future of this family farm. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) has assisted the Bickfords in several ways, including establishing a rotational grazing plan and waste storage plan. Read more...
Meg Bickford of Diamond B Farm in New Durham, New Hampshire, shares how her interest in farming and livestock developed and what she is planning for the future of this family farm. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) has assisted the Bickfords in several ways, including establishing a rotational grazing plan and waste storage plan. Read more...
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