A few weeks ago I wrote an article called Six Degrees of Kevin's Bacon in which I discussed how far removed we are from much of our food - bacon for instance. Last week I had a chance to reduce to one the degrees of seperation between my bacon and me. I had the opportunity to buy bacon directly from the farm family who raised the hog. Phelps Family Farms of Ladoga, Indiana specialize in pasture-raised pork and beef as well as free-range eggs. I also purchased some pork burgers and both were exceptional. Sure, I paid more but I can feel good that I am helping to support a real family, this family treats their animals well, the eco-impact of my purchase was minimal (they are just 25 miles from my house), and the taste was exceptional.
Members of the Phelps family and their products are available at the Trader's Point Organic Farmer's Market. The Phelps can be reached by phone at 765-942-2047.
The Phelp's have wonderful meats that are natural and grassfed. We have been getting pork and beef from them for the last couple of years. I feel good about feeding my family meat that has been raised by the Phelps.
Posted by: Danielle | November 19, 2007 at 12:53 PM
Beautiful, Beautiful,Beautiful!
This beautiful typifies what is wonderful about out country. God Bless America and God Bless the country Farming Family!
Posted by: Blanca Houston | March 13, 2008 at 01:17 PM