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Pasture Posts #259

Here’s the weekly roundup from Watson Farms and your direct connection to your farmer. Enjoy the latest edition of Pasture Posts!

The snow earlier this week kept us busy, but our new barn upfit proved its worth by keeping the cattle warm and dry. If you missed the footage of the farm in the thick of the winter weather, you can catch the snowstorm highlights here
and our update here.

With the storm behind us, we’re moving straight to the big news: a long-awaited program is finally back.

The Return of Subscribe and Save

If you’ve been with us for a few years, you might remember our Subscribe and Save program. We eventually had to hit the pause button on it to refine our logistics, but after plenty of work behind the scenes, we are thrilled to announce that it is officially back.

We wanted to make this as impactful as possible for your budget. We’ve selected several of our most popular bundles to kick things off. When you choose a subscription interval rather than a one-time purchase, you’ll receive an additional 5% savings. The “kicker” here is that this 5% discount is applied on top of the savings already built into the bundle price. It’s our way of rewarding the folks who make our pastured meats a consistent part of their lifestyle.

Shop Subscribe and Save Bundles

Review the program terms and here.

Overstock Blowout: New Items Added

While you’re setting up your recurring orders, don’t miss the Overstock Blowout Sale. We are continuing to manage our inventory to make room for the busy spring season, and we’ve just added several high-demand items to the list.

If you’re looking to stock the freezer with clean, nutrient-dense protein at a significant discount, now is the time. We have select items marked down 25% to 50% off while supplies last, including:

These prices are only available as long as we have the stock on hand, and they’ve been moving fast. You can find the full list of sale items right here.

Shop the Sale!

From Our Pasture to Your Table

Whether it’s the peace of mind that comes with a recurring subscription or grabbing a great deal on our overstock blowout, our goal remains the same: providing your family with 100% grass-fed beef and pastured poultry that you can trust, no matter what the weather looks like.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to be your farmers. We hope to see you at the farm store soon or see your order come through the website!

To your health,

The Watson Farms Team

Check out this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from Jonathan:

“We are absolutely loving our food that we ordered from Watson Farms! The speed of delivery was AMAZING!!! Plus the meat is so good! I have recommend Watson Farms to all of my co-workers!”

We would greatly appreciate it if you would be kind enough to leave us a review.  It helps first-time customers purchase with confidence.

Check out our Reviews Page!

Shipping Timeline and Store Hours

UPS Orders (all orders ship with insulation and dry ice):

UPS orders normally ship out on Mondays – Wednesdays.

Tracking: As usual, you will receive an automated email with a tracking link as soon as your order leaves the farm.

Farm Pickup (Always Free!):

If you are local, Farm Pickup is often the fastest way to get your products. Please wait until you receive an email stating that your order is Ready for Pickup (typically 1 business day after your order is placed) before heading over.

Farm Store & Pickup Hours:

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
  • Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm
  • Wednesday & Sunday: Closed

Farm Store Address: 713 Colony Road, Chester, SC 29706

Tell a Friend!

It’s now easier than ever to Give $15 and Get $15 through our Referral Program. We don’t spend a lot of money of advertising, but rather we focus on producing products that people love and are willing to tell others about. So we depend on word of mouth to find new customers and ultimately to heal more land.

So in an effort to streamline this process we have made it easier to tell others (via email, Facebook, or Twitter) about Watson Farms. And it’s all automated on the backend, so you don’t have to rely on us to issue the store credits manually. Just head over to our Referrals Page and start sharing!

Start Sharing!

Thanks again for being partners in this endeavor of local, pasture-raised proteins that has truly transformed our farm.  We look forward to continuing this transition while serving you long into the future.

Sincerely,
The Watsons

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Pasture Posts #258

Here’s the weekly roundup from Watson Farms and your direct connection to your farmer. Enjoy the latest edition of Pasture Posts!

Hi everyone,

With the snow piling up and temperatures dropping to frigid levels here in Lowrys, the daily rhythm on the farm has shifted into high gear. While much of the Carolinas has been blanketed with snow, our priority remains the comfort and health of our livestock.

In this week’s video edition of Pasture Posts, we wanted to take you behind the scenes to show you exactly how we’re keeping the cattle and pigs warm, dry, and well-fed during this storm. From our newly repurposed loafing shed for the cattle to the specialized windbreaks and bedding for the pigs, you’ll see the extra steps we take to ensure our animals thrive even when the pastures are white.

Overstock Blowout: Stock Your Freezer and Save

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Pasture Posts #257

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Icy Mornings and New Purposes for Old Barns

A Frozen Sunday Morning

Hey farm friends!

As you read this today, you might be listening to the sound of sleet and freezing rain hitting the roof. The winter storm we’ve been bracing for all week is officially here.

While ice storms always bring a bit of anxiety to a farm, we feel much better about the livestock this time around. We spent a good portion of this past week putting the finishing touches on a project that has been a long time coming. We’ve been working to convert one of our former turkey barns into a sturdy winter shelter for our cattle.

If you followed our Transition Series about our move away from the turkey business, you’ll be glad to know that these structures are being put to excellent use. Inside one of the barns, the cattle now have access to frost-free water and deep straw bedding and can come and go from the pasture as they choose. Best of all, they can stay completely out of the ice and wind instead of having to hunker down under a cedar tree. Seeing them comfortable and dry on a morning like this makes all the hard work of the last week worth it.

Shipping & Store Updates: With the roads in their current state, we will be monitoring UPS service alerts closely. Since all our shipping is handled by UPS, any weather-related transit delays will depend on their operations, and we’ll keep you updated via email. We’ll also post any changes to farm store hours and shipping schedules on social media and the announcement bar at the top of the website. Please stay safe and off the roads if you can!

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Pasture Posts #256

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The “Safety Gap” in Industrial Beef

Howdy from the Farm!

This week on the farm, we’ve been talking a lot about the “invisible” side of food safety. While we spend our days moving fences and checking water troughs, there is a complex biological world happening inside our cattle that directly impacts the safety of the meat on your dinner table.

I wanted to share some fascinating insights that our Farm Store Manager, Melody LeViner, shared on social media earlier this week. It perfectly highlights why our commitment to 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef isn’t just about better flavor—it’s about a fundamentally different safety profile.

Understanding the “Safety Gap”

Cattle are natural grazers, designed to thrive on forage. In the industrial food system, cattle are switched to a heavy grain-based diet to speed up growth. This changes their internal chemistry, creating what we call the Safety Gap.

The Grain Effect

In a grain-fed system, the starch ferments quickly, causing a major Acidity Spike in the cow’s rumen (stomach).

  • The “Training Ground”: Most bacteria die in high-acid environments. However, E. coli is incredibly adaptable. In an acidic gut, E. coli “trains” to become acid-resistant.
  • The Gap: When these “tough” bacteria enter the human food chain, they are already primed to survive the high acidity of the human stomach. Because they aren’t killed off by our natural digestive defenses, the risk of infection is much higher.

The Grass-Fed Difference

Cattle fed primarily on hay or grass maintain a more neutral pH in their digestive tract. Because their gut environment isn’t an “acid bath,” any E. coli present doesn’t develop that dangerous acid resistance.

The Result: The bacteria from a grass-fed ruminant animal are much more likely to be neutralized by your own body’s natural defenses. That is the Safety Gap—and grass-fed beef puts the odds back in your favor.

Industrial Systems Are More Likely to Have Industrial-Sized Recalls

We don’t just look at the biology; we look at the results. When you look at the national beef recalls over the past 10 years, the vulnerability of the industrial system becomes clear.

While the official “pounds recalled” number for 2025 was low at 2,855 pounds, that number excludes several massive Public Health Alerts. For example, in June 2025, a nationwide alert was issued for organic ground beef sold at Whole Foods. Because the product was already past its “use-by” date, the USDA didn’t count it in the formal “recalled poundage” statistics—even though the risk to consumers was just as high.

Our Promise: Defeating the “Numbers Game”

At Watson Farms, safety isn’t just about the diet; it’s about the scale.

Industrial recalls often involve hundreds of thousands of pounds because massive regional hubs mix meat from hundreds of different animals into a single batch. This creates a dangerous “numbers game.” If just one grain-fed animal has acid-resistant E. coli, it contaminates the entire industrial run.

We choose a different path:

  • Small-Batch Processing: We use smaller, family-owned processing plants. By keeping batches small and separate, we eliminate the risk of one animal contaminating a massive supply chain.
  • Transparent Chain of Custody: We know exactly which animals are in which batch. There is no “mixing with the masses.”
  • 100% Grass-Finished: We never take the shortcut of grain-finishing, ensuring the “Safety Gap” remains closed for your family.

Stock Up with the Pasture Pair Bundle

If you want to take the guesswork out of the grocery store and fill your freezer with beef you can trust, we’ve made it easier than ever.

We recently launched our Pasture Pair Bundle—it’s the perfect way to get a steady supply of our 100% grass-fed beef alongside our pastured poultry. It’s designed for families who want to bridge the “Safety Gap” and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing your farmers and their methods.

Thank you for trusting us with your family’s table.

Stay Healthy,

Matt Watson and the Watson Farms Team

Ready to secure your supply of wholesome, small-batch meats?

Order Your Pasture Pair Bundle

Check out this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from Debra:

“So glad to find Watson Farms locally. I am beyond pleased with the meat…! I have tried several farm meat delivery services and find myself wondering why the taste and quality seems to be no better than mass produced grocery store product. Then I found Watson Farms and the difference is obvious and amazing! The two steaks I ordered were the freshest, most tender steaks I’ve had in a very long time…! Also, the chicken is very tender and juicy. Difference is like night and day! I’m signed up for a subscription box! I highly recommend 👍!”

We would greatly appreciate it if you would be kind enough to leave us a review.  It helps first-time customers purchase with confidence.

Check out our Reviews Page!

Shipping Timeline and Store Hours

UPS Orders (all orders ship with insulation and dry ice):

UPS orders normally ship out on Mondays – Wednesdays.

Tracking: As usual, you will receive an automated email with a tracking link as soon as your order leaves the farm.

Farm Pickup (Always Free!):

If you are local, Farm Pickup is often the fastest way to get your products. Please wait until you receive an email stating that your order is Ready for Pickup (typically 1 business day after your order is placed) before heading over.

Farm Store & Pickup Hours:

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
  • Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm
  • Wednesday & Sunday: Closed

Farm Store Address: 713 Colony Road, Chester, SC 29706

Tell a Friend!

It’s now easier than ever to Give $15 and Get $15 through our Referral Program. We don’t spend a lot of money of advertising, but rather we focus on producing products that people love and are willing to tell others about. So we depend on word of mouth to find new customers and ultimately to heal more land.

So in an effort to streamline this process we have made it easier to tell others (via email, Facebook, or Twitter) about Watson Farms. And it’s all automated on the backend, so you don’t have to rely on us to issue the store credits manually. Just head over to our Referrals Page and start sharing!

Start Sharing!

Thanks again for being partners in this endeavor of local, pasture-raised proteins that has truly transformed our farm.  We look forward to continuing this transition while serving you long into the future.

Sincerely,
The Watsons

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Pasture Posts #255

Here’s the weekly roundup from Watson Farms and your direct connection to your farmer. Enjoy the latest edition of Pasture Posts!

Dinner at the Farm and Meeting the “Tetris Master” 📦

Last night, the lights stayed on a little later at the farm, but for a very different reason than usual. Our team gathered together for a Team Member Dinner—a chance for us to step away from the daily bustle of the fulfillment room, the pastures, and the store to simply enjoy each other’s company.

It was a full house! Kelly and I were joined by our parents, Alan and Kathy and Gary and June, along with Jay and his wife, our fulfillment manager Daniel and his wife, and Melody (who you likely recognize from the store and our social media) and her husband. We traded our work boots for a seat at the table to share a Greek-inspired feast: Greek chicken, lemon dill rice, a fresh Greek salad, hummus with naan, plenty of Tzatziki, and a light lemon mousse to finish it off.

These moments of fellowship are what make Watson Farms feel like a family, and it’s that same spirit of community we strive to pass along to you in every order we ship.

Speaking of the team, today we are officially launching our Employee Spotlight series! We want to introduce you to the hardworking folks who make sure your steaks, chicken, and pork arrive frozen, secure, and ready for your family dinner.

First up is a face (and a set of hands) many of you have benefited from over the last seven months: Jay Franklin, our Fulfillment Specialist. We sat down with Jay to get the “inside scoop” on what it’s like to manage thousands of pounds of meat and why he treats every box like it’s heading to his own family.

The Basics

  • Name: Jay Franklin
  • Job Title: Order Fulfillment Specialist
  • Time at Watson Farms: 7 Months

Behind the Scenes: The Freezer & The Fulfillment Room

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Hard Choices for a Healthy Farm Leads to a Bright 2026 🚜

Happy New Year, Farm Family!

As we stand at the threshold of 2026, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting on the past twelve months. If I had to sum up 2025 in a single word, it would be Resilience.

It was a year of incredible growth, but it was also a year where we had to make some hard calls. Today, I want to pull back the curtain on why those changes happened and show you how they’ve prepared us to serve you even better in the year ahead.

The Heart of What We Do

When I look back at the highlights of the year, one moment stands out: mid-summer, turning the herd into a fresh 23-acre paddock of lush Pearl Millet.

Watch: Grass-finishing Cattle on Pearl Millet

This video captures the “why” behind Watson Farms. You can see the 100+ head of cattle moving onto tender forage, the shade structures we built from recycled equipment, and the clean water system we’ve worked so hard to install. This is 100% grass-finishing in action—no pens, no grain, and no shortcuts.

Facing the Economic Storm: Hard Choices for a Sustainable Future

Staying true to this mission of transparency and sustainability required us to take a hard look at where we were spending our energy and resources. This led to two major shifts that I know were big adjustments for our long-time customers:

  1. Discontinuing the Pastured Egg Enterprise: We know this was a hard change to swallow. However, it was a necessary pivot to ensure our farm remains sustainable. By narrowing our focus to our core strengths—100% grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and pastured chicken—we have better positioned ourselves to serve you with the highest quality meat possible.
  2. Restructuring Shipping and Delivery: Transitioning our delivery structures was another significant change. While it altered the way some of you receive your orders, it has allowed us to become more efficient and reliable, ensuring that our products reach your doorstep in peak condition without the overhead that threatened our farm’s stability.

Most importantly, these changes keep the farm profitable. At the end of the day, profitability is what ensures this land stays in production and allows the next generation to continue this mission one day.

A High-Energy Start to 2026

If this past week’s “Fill the Freezer” in-store special was an indicator of what 2026 will be like, then we’re looking forward to a great year.

We had a huge response, and I want to say a sincere thank you to everyone who came out to Lowrys to shop with us. Seeing the store that busy and meeting so many of you in person was a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. If that response was a preview of the year ahead, we are ready to hit the ground running.

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The 2026 Protein Reset: Fueling Your Goals with Integrity

Dear Friends,

As the calendar turns to 2026, many of us are looking at our plates with fresh eyes. Whether it’s a resolution to feel more energetic, a commitment to a clean-eating protocol, or simply a desire to cut out the “fillers” we consume, the New Year always brings a sense of a “reset.”

But here at Watson Farms, we’ve noticed a trend. Every January, the “Big Food” marketing machine kicks into high gear. They’ll try to sell you highly processed “health” shakes, synthetic bars, and meat with labels that require a law degree to decode.

We believe there’s a better way to reset. It doesn’t involve a lab; it involves a pasture.

Clean Fuel for a Focused Year

When we talk about a “Protein Reset,” we’re talking about returning to the basics. Your body doesn’t just need protein; it needs bioavailable nutrition that hasn’t been compromised by grain-finishing or industrial shortcuts.

Here is why 100% grass-fed beef and pastured pork and poultry are the ultimate “fuel” for your 2026 goals:

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Pigs, Parades, and Christmas Preparations

A Christmas Tradition in Lowrys

If you’ve lived in our neck of the woods for any length of time, you know that the Lowrys Christmas Parade is no ordinary event. It’s a step back in time, a celebration of rural life, and a gathering that seems to grow larger every single year. This past weekend was no exception, with thousands of people lining the streets!

One of the things that makes the Lowrys parade so special is its “horses and tractors only” rule. There’s something truly nostalgic about the sound of old engines and the clip-clop of hooves instead of the usual sirens and modern trucks.

As has become a tradition for us, Watson Farms was proud to have a float in the lineup. This year, we decided to give the crowd a little glimpse of farm life by pulling our hog cart behind the tractor, complete with four of our little pigs. It was a joy to see the faces of the children (and the adults!) light up as they saw the pigs rooting around. Noah stayed busy in the back section of the cart, making sure no one left empty-handed as he threw out plenty of candy to the massive crowd.

We even won Best of Parade – Farm Animal!

The weather couldn’t have been better, and it was a great reminder of why we do what we do. While we don’t get off the farm a whole lot during busy periods like this, getting to interact with so many of you in our community—and seeing the excitement for our animals—is a highlight of our holiday season.

Important Holiday Shipping Update

As we move into the final days of the year, we want to make sure everyone is aware of our shipping schedule so you can plan your meals accordingly.

With the upcoming UPS holiday schedule and the high volume of orders, we want to ensure every package arrives fresh and on time. Our shipping capacity for Monday, Dec. 22 has been reached.

  • Current Shipping Status: Any orders placed now will not ship until the week of January 5, 2026.
  • Farm Pickup: While UPS shipping is taking a brief holiday break, Farm Pickup is still available! This is a great option if you need to stock up on grass-fed beef, pastured pork, or pastured chicken for your New Year’s celebrations.
  • Resuming: We will return to our regular shipping schedule the week of January 5 and will work hard to get all accumulated orders out to you as quickly as possible.

You can read the full details of our holiday update here.

Merry Christmas from the Watsons

From our family to yours, we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas. This season is a time for us to reflect on our blessings, and near the top of that list is the support you show our farm throughout the year.

Whether you’ve been with us since our early days of only selling beef or you just found us this year, thank you for choosing to put nutrient-dense, regeneratively raised meat on your family’s table. We hope your holiday is filled with good food, great company, and the joy of the season.

Merry Christmas!

Matt and the whole crew at Watson Farms

Check out this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from Elena:

“We moved to Greenville last year. One of the biggest blessings has been finding Watson Farms. My husband and I were vegetarians and have returned to meat protein, but we only eat animals humanely raised by Watson Farms. They are our go-to. The difference between their meat and industrial meats is incredible. It is fresh, odorless and phenomenal quality. Great taste. Please don’t finance industrial farming and their horrific practices. Support your local farmer. Support Watson Farms. They are ethical and caring. Their animals live good lives.”

We would greatly appreciate it if you would be kind enough to leave us a review.  It helps first-time customers purchase with confidence.

Check out our Reviews Page!

Shipping Timeline and Store Hours

UPS Orders (all orders ship with insulation and dry ice):

Current Status: Our capacity for shipping on Monday, Dec. 22 has been reached so any orders placed after 2pm on Friday, Dec. 19 will not ship until the week of Jan. 5. We are also not shipping any two-day ground shipments on Monday, Dec. 22 to avoid any problems with delays.

Resuming: We will resume our regular shipping schedule the week of January 5, 2026, and will do our best to ship out all orders that accumulated over the break in the three days of normal shipping that week (Jan. 5, 6, or 7).

You are still welcome to place orders on the website over the holidays! Just please keep in mind that they will not leave the farm until the week of the Jan 5.

You may, of course, place orders for Farm Pickup which is a great option during these shipping disruptions. See our Farm Store/Farm Pickup schedule below.

Farm Pickup (Always Free!): Please wait until you receive an email stating that your order is ready to be picked up (usually 1 business day from when you place your order). Farm pickup is done during store hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Closed Sunday and Wednesday

Tell a Friend!

It’s now easier than ever to Give $15 and Get $15 through our Referral Program. We don’t spend a lot of money of advertising, but rather we focus on producing products that people love and are willing to tell others about. So we depend on word of mouth to find new customers and ultimately to heal more land.

So in an effort to streamline this process we have made it easier to tell others (via email, Facebook, or Twitter) about Watson Farms. And it’s all automated on the backend, so you don’t have to rely on us to issue the store credits manually. Just head over to our Referrals Page and start sharing!

Start Sharing!

Thanks again for being partners in this endeavor of local, pasture-raised proteins that has truly transformed our farm.  We look forward to continuing this transition while serving you long into the future.

Sincerely,
The Watsons

Pasture Posts is written and/or edited by Matt Watson.

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Here’s the weekly roundup from Watson Farms and your direct connection to your farmer. Enjoy the latest edition of Pasture Posts!

Winter Moves for the Red Wattles

Hey everyone,

We hope you’re staying warm as we get deeper into December. Out here on the farm, the seasons dictate our rhythm, but the work of moving animals to fresh pasture doesn’t stop just because the temperature drops.

In this video edition of Pasture Posts, we wanted to bring you along for a “pig paddock shift.” We just moved a group of about 30 Red Wattle pigs to a new paddock, and they wasted no time getting to work on some volunteer ryegrass and hunting for acorns.

Watch the Video: December Pig Update

One of the things we pride ourselves on is that our pigs live a far different life than the 97% of hogs raised in industrial confinement. Instead of concrete, these guys get green grass, fresh air, and the thrill of rooting around in the woods. We move them about once a week to make sure they don’t overdo the disturbance to the land—you can actually see in the video that the paddock they just left still has some green in it.

Keeping Them Cozy

You might wonder how they handle the mid-December chill. We keep a couple of wagons in the paddock with them to offer shelter from those cold winter rains. When the weather gets really rough, we blow dry straw into the wagons. It acts kind of like a blanket; they can burrow down into it and stay nice and warm.

It’s all part of ensuring they live as good a life as a pig possibly can here in the Piedmont of South Carolina.

We hope you enjoy this look at the farm, and can see the care that we strive to offer our animals.

As always, you can stock up on all of our products over at the website.

All the best,
Your Farmer, Matt

Check out this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from Diane:

“Top quality meats! Love how the animals are raised with care. No toxins, all natural. This is meat I can trust. I am surprised that the prices are not as high as I would have thought as well. Will be ordering again for sure. Easy to order and can be picked up or shipped. So glad I heard of this farm!”

We would greatly appreciate it if you would be kind enough to leave us a review.  It helps first-time customers purchase with confidence.

Check out our Reviews Page!

Shipping Timeline and Store Hours

UPS Orders (all orders ship with insulation and dry ice):

UPS orders normally ship out on Mondays – Wednesdays.

This is the last full week of shipping before Christmas! To guarantee delivery by Christmas, place your order now.

We will try to ship your order on the next shipping day as soon as we have it assembled.

You should receive a text message and email with a tracking link when your order ships.

Farm Pickup (Always Free!): Please wait until you receive an email stating that your order is ready to be picked up (usually 1 business day from when you place your order). Farm pickup is done during store hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Closed Sunday and Wednesday

Tell a Friend!

It’s now easier than ever to Give $15 and Get $15 through our Referral Program. We don’t spend a lot of money of advertising, but rather we focus on producing products that people love and are willing to tell others about. So we depend on word of mouth to find new customers and ultimately to heal more land.

So in an effort to streamline this process we have made it easier to tell others (via email, Facebook, or Twitter) about Watson Farms. And it’s all automated on the backend, so you don’t have to rely on us to issue the store credits manually. Just head over to our Referrals Page and start sharing!

Start Sharing!

Thanks again for being partners in this endeavor of local, pasture-raised proteins that has truly transformed our farm.  We look forward to continuing this transition while serving you long into the future.

Sincerely,
The Watsons

Pasture Posts is written and/or edited by Matt Watson.

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Here’s the weekly roundup from Watson Farms and your direct connection to your farmer. Enjoy the latest edition of Pasture Posts!

Give the Gift of Pasture-Raised Goodness

We know that finding the perfect gift can sometimes be a challenge, especially for those friends and family members who seem to have everything. But if there is one thing we all appreciate, it’s high-quality, nutrient-dense food raised with integrity.

This year, we’ve made it easier than ever to share the Watson Farms difference with your loved ones. We have curated a selection of Gift Bundles that are perfect for shipping directly to friends and family.

Whether you want to send the Best of Farm Bundle to give them a taste of everything, or a specific package like the Grill Master’s Medley or Crock Pot Bundle, we can box it up and ship it right to their doorstep. You don’t have to worry about packing and shipping—we handle the logistics so you can handle the giving.

Where do we ship? We ship via UPS Ground to a large portion of the Eastern US. You can send our meats to friends and family in the following states: NC, SC, GA, VA, TN, WV, FL, AL, KY, IL, IN, OH, PA, MD, DC, DE, NJ, NY, CT, RI, and MA.

So whether your family is just down the road in South Carolina, down in Florida, or up in New England, you can send them a gift that supports regenerative agriculture and tastes amazing.

Shop All Gift Bundles Here

Holiday Essentials: Turkeys on Sale & Pecans!

As we get closer to Christmas gatherings, we want to make sure your table is set with the best.

Pasture-Raised Turkeys on Sale
If you missed out on a Thanksgiving turkey or just want another one for Christmas dinner, now is the time to buy! We have our Whole Pasture-Raised Turkeys on sale right now. These birds were raised out on fresh pasture, moving to new grass daily, which gives them a flavor and moisture that you just can’t get from a conventional bird.

  • Was: $11.05/lb
  • Now: $9.39/lb (Save 15%!)

Holiday Treats & Baking We also have our Holiday Items fully stocked. This includes our popular Glazed Pecans from Orchard Road Pecans—perfect for snacking or topping those holiday desserts. And for the bakers in the family, don’t forget to check out our selection of pure extracts, including Vanilla, Peppermint, Lemon, and Cinnamon from Sweet Southern Farms.

Shop All Holiday Items Here

We hope these bundles and holiday specials help make your season a little brighter and a little more delicious. Thank you for choosing to partner with us to put better meat on the table!

Sincerely,

Matt Watson and the whole crew at Watson Farms

Photo of the Week

These are some of the most curious individuals from our group of Red Wattle pigs.

Check out this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from Jonathan:

“We are absolutely loving our food that we ordered from Watson Farms! The speed of delivery was AMAZING!!! Plus the meat is so good! I have recommend Watson Farms to all of my co-workers!”

We would greatly appreciate it if you would be kind enough to leave us a review.  It helps first-time customers purchase with confidence.

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Shipping Timeline and Store Hours

UPS Orders (all orders ship with insulation and dry ice):

UPS orders normally ship out on Mondays – Wednesdays.

For Thanksgiving week we will only be shipping orders on Monday, Nov. 24. Place your order by midnight on Sunday, Nov. 23 to guarantee shipping this week.

We will try to ship your order on the next shipping day as soon as we have it assembled.

You should receive a text message and email with a tracking link when your order ships.

Farm Pickup (Always Free!): Please wait until you receive an email stating that your order is ready to be picked up (usually 1 business day from when you place your order). Farm pickup is done during store hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Closed Sunday and Wednesday

Tell a Friend!

It’s now easier than ever to Give $15 and Get $15 through our Referral Program. We don’t spend a lot of money of advertising, but rather we focus on producing products that people love and are willing to tell others about. So we depend on word of mouth to find new customers and ultimately to heal more land.

So in an effort to streamline this process we have made it easier to tell others (via email, Facebook, or Twitter) about Watson Farms. And it’s all automated on the backend, so you don’t have to rely on us to issue the store credits manually. Just head over to our Referrals Page and start sharing!

Start Sharing!

Thanks again for being partners in this endeavor of local, pasture-raised proteins that has truly transformed our farm.  We look forward to continuing this transition while serving you long into the future.

Sincerely,
The Watsons

Pasture Posts is written and/or edited by Matt Watson.