Remembering Joey
Our first rooster passed this week. On the site he was Joseph, Head of Security — Stripe and Armani carry the watch now.
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From the pasture.
Short reads on heritage birds, egg colors, and how we farm in Sandston and New Kent County, VA.
Ninja and This Week's Copper Marans
Late August brought copper Marans chicks to the plywood nest box. Ninja is keeping close watch.
Read articleFarm-Fresh Eggs for New Kent County, VA
Looking for free-range eggs near Quinton, Providence Forge, or New Kent Courthouse? Bearded Farms in Sandston is a short drive and an honest carton.
Read articleMidsummer Egg Season in Sandston
Long days, busy nest boxes, and the best time of year to taste what pasture-raised really means.
Read articleFarm Visits With Kids in Sandston
What families learn on an appointment visit: from nest boxes to why Joseph takes his job so seriously.
Read articlePredators and Pasture Security
Free-range only works with real security: how Joseph, The Beard, and good habits protect the flock.
Read articleBlue Eggs and Spring Brunch Boards
Ameraucana blues aren't just pretty. They're a Sandston conversation starter for Easter tables and weekend guests.
Read articleSpring Pasture Flush: Why Yolks Get Even Better
When Sandston grass wakes up, the flock forages harder, and the eggs show it in color and taste.
Read articleBrooding Chicks in Late Winter
Heat, space, and clean water: the non-negotiables if you're starting chicks before Virginia spring fully arrives.
Read articleNew Year, New Layers: Pullets Coming Into Lay
Late winter is when last season's pullets start earning their keep: what to expect as young hens begin to lay.
Read articleWinter Coop Care in Virginia
Dry bedding, ventilation without drafts, and unbroken water: how we winter the flock without tropical heaters.
Read articleThanksgiving Baking With Farm-Fresh Eggs
Custards, pies, and breakfast casseroles all start better with eggs that still taste like the farm.
Read articleHow We Collect and Handle Farm Eggs
From nest box to your kitchen: the simple daily routine that keeps Bearded Farms eggs clean, fresh, and trustworthy.
Read articleFall Flock Checklist for Sandston Farms
Before frost hits Henrico County, we tighten housing, check feed plans, and get layers ready for shorter days.
Read articleMeet Joseph: Head of Security
Our first rooster and Head of Security for two years. Joseph kept mornings loud — read our tribute to Joey.
Read articleKeeping Hens Cool in a Virginia Summer
Shade, water, and smart pasture time: how we help the flock through Sandston heat without stressing the birds or the eggs.
Read articleBuying Chicks: What to Know Before You Bring Birds Home
From day-old chicks to production layers: a practical guide before you call Bearded Farms.
Read articleFree-Range vs. Store-Bought: What Changes on the Plate
Space, sunlight, and real foraging aren't marketing words here. They're the daily rhythm of our flock.
Read articleFarm-Fresh Eggs in Sandston, VA: Why Local Beats the Carton
Store eggs can sit for weeks. Ours go from nest to your kitchen in days. Here's why that matters in Sandston, New Kent County, and Greater Richmond.
Read articleUnderstanding Egg Colors: What They Mean for Nutrition
Shell color says more about the breed than the nutrition. Here's what actually changes the yolk.
Read articleThe Benefits of Heritage Chicken Breeds
Why we raise heritage birds: hardiness, flavor, and genetics that belong on a working farm, not a warehouse.
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