At New Sentinel Acres, we raise our laying hens the way we believe chickens should be raised—with fresh air, open pasture, and room to live like chickens. Our hens spend their days outside scratching through the grass, hunting for bugs, and enjoying the sunshine instead of staying crowded indoors. We feed organic feed and move the flock across fresh ground to keep the birds active and give them access to new forage.

We started raising pasture-raised chickens because we wanted eggs we felt good about feeding our own family first. Healthy birds and simple practices matter to us. We believe that shows up in the quality of the eggs and in the way we care for the flock every day. When you buy eggs from us, you’re supporting a local farm and getting eggs raised with attention, time, and a hands-on approach that’s hard to find in the grocery store.

Raising Kunekune hogs organically on pasture emphasizes low-impact, humane farming that works with the land rather than against it. Known for their gentle temperament and natural grazing ability, Kunekune pigs thrive on grass-based diets supplemented with certified organic feed, eliminating the need for synthetic chemicals or growth additives. Pasture rotation helps maintain healthy soil, prevents overgrazing, and reduces parasite buildup, while giving the pigs space to root lightly and express natural behaviors. This approach results in flavorful, well-marbled pork and supports a sustainable, regenerative farm system that prioritizes both animal welfare and environmental stewardship. 

Raising quail and collecting their eggs involves maintaining a clean, well-managed environment with proper nutrition, fresh water, and consistent egg gathering to ensure quality and safety. Careful record-keeping, biosecurity practices, and regular observation of bird health are essential parts of daily management. For those working toward eventual NPIP (National Poultry Improvement Plan) certification, the focus also includes disease monitoring, flock testing, and adherence to state and federal guidelines that help prevent the spread of illnesses like pullorum-typhoid. Achieving NPIP certification demonstrates a commitment to healthy birds and safe, reliable eggs, building trust with customers and supporting responsible poultry production.