🐓 Animals & Livestock

Small diversified farm in Rhinebeck using holistic and regenerative practices. Natural and humane conditions for livestock and a robust environment for plants and fungi. Established in 1841.

Multi-generation dairy farm in Valatie offering farm tours and a petting area.

A mixed animal veterinary practice in Modena, Ulster County, providing house calls and farm calls for all animal species including horses, cattle, pigs, goats, sheep, and smaller farm animals. Dr. Acworth offers both routine and emergency care on-site at farms and residences across the Hudson Valley. Particularly valuable for homesteaders who need a vet that comes to you.

Butchering and processing facility in Freehold serving Greene County and surrounding areas. 44+ years in business. Accessible location on Route 32. Call for scheduling and availability.

Commercial trout hatchery on State Highway 29A in Gloversville, Fulton County, holding a New York State DEC Fish Hatchery Permit for the rearing and sale of certified disease-free fish. Raises rainbow trout, brook trout, and brown trout sold for stocking private ponds and waters across the region. Buyers receive a fish health certificate documenting freedom from regulated pathogens.

Commercial trout hatchery at 8 Alder Creek Road in Livingston Manor, sited in the heart of Sullivan County's legendary Beaverkill watershed. Holds a New York State DEC Fish Hatchery Permit for the rearing and sale of certified disease-free fish. Offers an unusually deep trout selection for pond stocking, including rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, golden rainbow trout, and tiger trout (a brook-brown hybrid prized for its striking patterning and aggressive strikes). Buyers receive a fish health certificate.

A large animal veterinary practice serving the Hudson Valley with mixed animal care covering cattle, horses, sheep, goats, and pigs. Offers farm calls, cattle herd health and reproduction, equine reproduction and dentistry, neonatal care, and preventive medicine. Actively growing its equine and small ruminant services alongside its bovine foundation. A true farm vet in the Hudson Valley tradition.

Butchering and custom meat processing based in Hannacroix, Greene County. Serves local farmers and homesteaders in the Capital Region with custom processing services. Call ahead for scheduling and availability. Participates in the New York State Venison Donation Program, accepting legally harvested deer from hunters at no cost; the processed venison is distributed to regional food pantries through Feeding New York State.

Game bird operation in Westtown, Orange County, located approximately six miles from Exit 2 on I-84. Holds both a NYS DEC Domestic Game Bird Breeder License and a NYS DEC Shooting Preserve License — dual credentials allowing it to breed, sell, and shoot captive-bred birds on the same premises. Specializes in ring-necked pheasants, quail, and chukars supplied to the public, hunting clubs, and dog trainers in any quantity. Day hunts available September 1 through November 30, 9am to 6pm. No NYS hunting license required to hunt on the preserve under the shooting preserve framework. Also offers dog training facilities.

A nationally recognized beekeeping supply company and education center in Greenwich, Washington County, serving beekeepers across the region and country. Stocks a comprehensive range of hive equipment, protective gear, feeding supplies, treatments, and honey processing equipment. Also a significant center for beekeeping education — Director of Research and Education Dr. David Peck teaches workshops regularly. A hub for Washington County and Upper Hudson Valley beekeepers.

Specialty deer processing operation in Broadalbin, Fulton County. Participates in the New York State Venison Donation Program — hunters drop off legally harvested deer at no cost, and the processed venison is distributed to regional food pantries through Feeding New York State. Call ahead during deer season to confirm capacity.

NYS Grown & Certified working bison ranch established in 2011 by Dr. Susan Golembeski in Sharon Springs. Raises 100% grass-fed and grass-finished bison using regenerative rotational grazing practices. Sells bison steaks, roasts, ground meat, jerky, tallow skincare products, and bison art at monthly events and Saturday morning ranch store hours (9am–noon). Also offers agritourism experiences, education programs, and hands-on learning at the ranch. Overnight tipi stays available via Hipcamp on a spring-fed pond stocked with trout and bass.

A heritage breed farm in Pine Plains, Dutchess County, raising Black Welsh Mountain sheep — a heritage breed valued for both meat and wool. Also raises heritage breed pigs, cultivates several acres of garden vegetables, and keeps 200 chickens for eggs. Breeding stock available for other homesteaders. A genuine small-scale heritage breed operation in the Hudson Valley.

A Sullivan County farm raising grass-fed Highland Cattle and free-range chickens with a small apiary. Offers grass-fed beef, pure raw honey, and pasture-raised poultry. Part of the vibrant small-farm community in western Sullivan County.

Family-run deer processing operation at 1178 NY-443 in Schoharie, well-regarded across Schoharie County and the surrounding region for its breakfast, Italian, and summer sausages. Participates in the New York State Venison Donation Program — legally harvested deer can be dropped off at no cost to the hunter, with the processed venison distributed to regional food pantries through Feeding New York State. Open seven days a week during season; an alternative line of (518) 872-9044 appears on DEC's processor list.

Fifth-generation family farm in the Troy hill country raising antibiotic- and hormone-free beef, pork, and veal. Products available as frozen packages or individual cuts by appointment. Also offers pig roasts and live animals for sale. A multi-generational farm with deep Rensselaer County agricultural roots.

A veterinary service covering pets, horses, and farm animals across the Hudson Valley. Building a new 15,000+ square foot flagship facility to significantly expand capacity for equine and farm animal care. Serves the greater Catskill and Hudson Valley region.

A grass-fed beef and pastured pork operation in Callicoon raising Red and Black Angus and Herefords on nothing but sun-drenched pasture. Also raises organic pork. Sells whole, half, quarter, and individual cuts direct to consumers. Runs a CSA program and is committed to making healthy, non-adulterated pasture-raised meat accessible to families. No animal by-products, no antibiotics, no hormones.

The Columbia County beekeeping club, meeting the last Wednesday of each month at 7pm. Open to everyone interested in honey bees, whether or not you currently keep bees. Monthly educational programming and community for beekeepers throughout Columbia County.

Family dairy farm in Halcott Center with a self-serve farm store offering cream-line milk, cheese, eggs, and meats.

Local butchery and custom meat processing in Milan, Dutchess County. Highly rated for quality work and clean facilities. Serves local farmers and homesteaders with custom processing of beef, pork, and lamb. Contact in advance for scheduling.

Family dairy farm in Schodack Landing raising Jersey cattle, with farm tours and farm-fresh dairy.

A family-friendly farm in the Catskill foothills raising pasture-raised pigs and chickens for meat, free-range eggs, and grass-fed beef. The two-story barn store stocks farm-raised meats, seasonal produce, local cheeses, maple syrup, honey, jams, fresh baked bread, and handcrafted gifts. U-pick apples, peaches, and flowers available seasonally. The farm uses organic practices with OMRI-approved inputs throughout.

Certified organic family farm in Westerlo, Albany County with CSA, vegetables, fruit, herbs, cage-free eggs, and grass-fed beef. Also operates a combined nursery and greenhouse oriented toward homesteaders. Sells at local farmers markets, food cooperatives, and direct from the farm.

The official statewide beekeeping association of New York State, serving beekeepers at every level. Hosts annual events, provides advocacy for beekeepers before state government, and connects New York's honey producers with resources, markets, and fellow beekeepers. All NY beekeepers are encouraged to join. Affiliated with the American Beekeeping Federation.

Pasture-raised chicken and heritage breed turkeys, free-range brown eggs, and seasonal vegetables. No chemicals, antibiotics, or hormones. Call or email to order and arrange pickup.

Capital Region butcher shop and market offering prime and locally sourced meats, deli, and prepared foods.

Family farm in Castleton-on-Hudson raising bison for meat, plus sweet corn, produce, and honey.

Family-run Black Angus beef farm in Cambridge, NY Grown and Certified, awarded NY Beef Farm of Excellence and Beef Quality Assurance Certified. Raises pasture-raised, naturally grown Angus cattle using rotational grazing with a unique partnership with a nearby distillery to feed nutrient-rich distillers' grain. Also produces small-batch beef tallow balm. Founded 2021 by the Morrow family.

First-generation regenerative farm established in 2009 by Dustin and Kassie Gibson on 600+ acres in Pittstown, home to nearly 900 sheep, goats, cows, and hogs. Committed to permaculture principles — no tilling, no chemical additives. All livestock 100% grass-fed on native vegetation using daily rotational mob grazing. Produces grass-fed and finished beef, pasture-raised pork, and pastured poultry. Land conserved through the Agricultural Stewardship Association.

A large animal veterinary practice in Granville serving Washington, southern Warren, and northern Saratoga counties in New York, plus Rutland and northern Bennington counties in Vermont. Provides medical services for horses, cows, sheep, goats, llamas, and alpacas through farm visits and on-site treatment facilities. Dedicated to preventive care and animal wellness in the Upper Hudson Valley and southern Adirondack region.

Long-running non-profit in Brewster, Putnam County, integrating a therapeutic special-education school with a working farm and a NYS DEC-licensed wildlife rehabilitation program. The Wildlife Center cares for injured and non-releasable raptors, reptiles, and other native species used in the organization's nature-based learning model — students help with animal care as part of their therapeutic curriculum. Visiting programs, summer camps, and public education events are offered alongside the residential school.

Family-run halal livestock farm at 10251 NY-32 in Greenville, Greene County, offering 100% halal, certified, hand-slaughtered (zabiha) cows and goats. Animals are grass-fed and open-air raised, with on-site meat processing, delivery options, and a Qurbani service centered on Eid ul-Adha. Known locally for a clean, organized, family-friendly experience.

A pasture-raised livestock farm in Earlton raising heritage-breed crosses of pork, beef, chicken, and eggs on open pasture. All animals are rotationally grazed, and USDA inspected meat is available by the whole or half carcass as well as by the pound in custom cuts. The farm also boards horses and transports livestock. Call or check the website for current availability and delivery or curbside pickup options.

A three-generation Black Angus farm in Cortlandt raising pasture-raised beef, chicken, turkey, geese, duck, goat, lamb, rabbit, and pork — all hormone and antibiotic free. Farm market and CSA available with custom butchered meats, eggs, produce, local cheeses, and honey from nearby farms. Saturday farm tours available seasonally. One of the most comprehensive pasture-raised meat operations in Westchester County.

Long-running commercial fish farm in Edmeston, Otsego County, holding a New York State DEC Fish Hatchery Permit and a Grass Carp Import & Possess Permit. One of the broadest species offerings in the state for pond stocking: rainbow trout, brook trout, largemouth bass, fathead minnows, yellow perch, black crappie, triploid grass carp, walleye, and channel catfish. Fish are sold with a fish health certificate documenting freedom from regulated pathogens.

Fourth generation family farm with pigs, beef cattle including Angus and Herefords, and a commercial garden producing fresh fruits and vegetables.

Family farm in Earlton producing fresh pork and house-made sausages, including maple breakfast, hot and sweet Italian, and kielbasa.

Livestock farm and ranch in Clifton Park raising animals using natural, pasture-based methods without added hormones or unnecessary antibiotics. Offers locally raised meats and farm products direct to Capital Region customers. A Saratoga County source for families committed to knowing where their food comes from.

Small livestock farm in Germantown raising pasture-based animals in Columbia County. Direct farm sales of meats and farm products to local customers. Call ahead for current product availability and to arrange a farm visit.

Small family livestock operation in the Helderberg hills of East Berne, Albany County, raising animals using traditional pasture-based methods on a small hilltown farm. Direct farm sales of meat and farm products — call ahead for current availability and to arrange a pickup.

Non-profit wildlife rescue and rehabilitation organization based in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County. Operates under NYS DEC wildlife rehabilitator licensing to provide care for injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals across the Hudson Valley before release back to suitable habitat. Volunteer-driven, donation-funded, and a frequent first-call resource for residents who encounter wildlife in distress.

A full-service beekeeping supply store in Kingston, Ulster County, selling honeybees, nucleus colonies, hive equipment, protective gear, raw honey, beeswax, and educational resources for beginning and experienced beekeepers. Offers regular classes and personalized guidance on hive setup, colony management, and sustainable beekeeping practices. One of the few dedicated beekeeping supply shops in the Hudson Valley — the go-to resource for anyone starting or expanding an apiary.

Specialty game bird farm in Pine Plains raising ring-necked pheasants and other specialty poultry for hunters, homesteaders, and restaurants. One of a small number of pheasant operations remaining in the Hudson Valley. Contact the farm directly for availability of live birds, hatching eggs, and processed birds.

Eighth-generation working farm on Cochrane Road in Durham, Greene County, designated by NY State as a National Bicentennial Farm in recognition of more than 200 years of continuous Hull family stewardship since the post-Revolutionary era. Operates simultaneously as a working livestock farm, a family farm-stay destination with three guest houses where visitors milk cows, gather eggs, and feed baby animals, and a DEC Licensed Shooting Preserve (Hull-O Pheasant Preserve) offering guided pheasant, white-tailed deer, and eastern wild turkey hunts across 300+ acres of the Northern Catskills, with full hunting packages that include lodging and three farm-fresh meals daily.

Family farm in East Jewett with an on-farm meat shop — pasture-raised beef, pork, and chicken plus eggs and seasonal vegetables.

A young family farm in Greenville raising New York Grown and Certified Berkshire pork, rotationally grazed beef, and registered Pygmy goats. Berkshire hogs are all born and raised on farm and fed a grain-based diet grown on neighboring farms. Cattle receive a mixed diet of pasture, hay, and grain. A self-serve honor-system farm stand operates year-round at the farm, and halves of hogs and quarters of beef are available by order.

A 120-acre heritage breed sanctuary in West Sand Lake, Rensselaer County, keeping Scottish Highland cows, giant Shire horses, Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Tamworth pigs, Nigerian dwarf goats, sheep, and chickens. Dedicated to preserving breeds that predate factory farming. Open for farm visits since 2017. A joyful resource for homesteaders wanting to see and learn about heritage breeds in a working farm setting.

A small family farm in Delanson specializing in organic and pastured poultry, rainbow eggs, and grass-fed beef. Uses heritage breeds exclusively with no GMOs, hormones, or pesticides. A passionate advocate for heritage breed livestock and pasture-based farming in Schenectady County.

Family farm in Hannacroix offering fresh pork and house-made sausage.

The Leatherstocking Beekeepers Association serving Otsego and Delaware counties, meeting monthly at Fenimore Farm and Country Village in Cooperstown. Offers resources for beekeepers including a directory of local equipment suppliers, nucleus colony sources, honey producers, and swarm capture services in the Otsego and Delaware County area. A community resource for anyone beginning or expanding beekeeping in the Leatherstocking region.

Farm and farm store in West Coxsackie offering house-made cheeses, milk, and pasture-raised meats.

Four-acre homestead in Greenville Center with a self-serve farmstand, open daily dawn to dusk, offering pastured poultry and rabbit, chicken and duck eggs, garlic, maple syrup, and wood crafts.

USDA-inspected small-scale slaughter and processing facility in Pine Plains serving the Hudson Valley. Well-regarded by local farmers for clean operation and quality service. Accepts livestock for custom slaughter and processing. Located in Dutchess County close to Columbia County border.

A diversified Otsego County farm in Schenevus producing grass-fed lamb, beef, and goat, along with poultry, eggs, raw honey, organic vegetables, and sheep and cow hides and fleece goods. A full-spectrum farm operation with a strong emphasis on pasture-raised and grass-fed production. Available at the Cooperstown Farmers' Market.

Non-profit network of NYS DEC-licensed wildlife rehabilitators based in the Saratoga/Capital Region, providing a phone hotline and field response for residents who find injured, sick, or orphaned wild animals. Coordinates intake among member rehabilitators with different species specializations, runs public education programs, and accepts donations to defray care costs (rehabilitators volunteer their time and absorb supply costs personally).

Active beekeeping club serving northern Dutchess County. Members raise bees and sell local honey at farmers markets and farm stands throughout the county.

A family-owned hay and beef farm run by Hans and Roxy Ouderkirk in Fort Plain. Self-serve farm store at 463 Stone Arabia Road carrying their own beef plus other locally produced goods including milk, cheese, yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, pork, honey, and baked goods. Round bales and small square hay bales available, all stored inside and kept fresh and dry.

Non-profit wildlife rehabilitation center near Woodstock and Saugerties in Ulster County, founded and run by NYS DEC-licensed wildlife rehabilitator Ellen Kalish. Cares for a broad range of injured, ill, and orphaned native wildlife including raptors, songbirds, and small mammals, with public recognition following the 2020 rescue of "Rockefeller," the saw-whet owl found in the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Education programs, intake hotline, and donation-supported.

Sliding-scale custom meat processing collective in Nassau, Rensselaer County, primarily serving the Hudson River Watershed. RRMC offers on-farm slaughter, butchery, and educational workshops focused on harvesting, processing, preserving, and preparing meat with reverence and skill. Custom deer processing runs $100/deer including grinding and wrapping. Partners with Feeding New York State on the NYS Venison Donation Program — hunters interested in donating whole or partial deer can contact the shop to schedule processing at no cost; receipts are available for hunters wishing to claim the donation as a charitable contribution. Complete the log sheet at drop-off and indicate lead vs non-lead ammunition.

Mixed production farm providing organically grown vegetables, meat chickens, and eggs on 14 acres of field and pasture overlooking the Catskills. Food with Integrity.

A mobile veterinary service headquartered in Fultonville, Montgomery County, providing farm animal care for horses, goats, cattle, sheep, llamas, alpacas, camels, pigs, and poultry. Covers Fulton, Montgomery, Schoharie, Saratoga, Herkimer, Otsego, Schenectady, and parts of Hamilton, Albany, and Greene counties. A critical resource for farms across the Mohawk Valley and western Capital Region.

A regional beekeeping association with 40+ years and ~400 members serving Albany, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, and Washington counties. Offers monthly meetings, beginner beekeeping classes, an annual all-day seminar, and award-winning booths at the Saratoga and Washington County Fairs. The go-to community beekeeping resource for the Capital Region and Upper Hudson Valley.

A Dutchess County educational farm and heritage breed conservation operation at the historic Stony Kill Farm. Maintains registered Tunis sheep (Livestock Conservancy Watch List, dual-purpose meat and wool), a herd of Milking Devon cattle, Dominique chickens (once the most common farm chicken in America), Java chickens, and Crevecoeur chickens — all heritage breeds at risk. Tunis wool spun into yarn available for purchase. Shown at the Dutchess County Fair.

A farrier practice based in Howes Cave, Schoharie County, serving the Capital District and Mohawk Valley for over 39 years. Operated by a certified farrier who continues advanced training at 5 Star Horse Shoeing School in Oklahoma through the American Farriers Association. Services include barefoot trims, prefabricated shoes, therapeutic and corrective shoeing, foal introductions, and working with your veterinarian on injury recovery plans. Accepts new clients.

A full-service veterinary practice in Suffern, Rockland County, providing farm animal care for horses, sheep, goats, and other livestock alongside small animal services. Offers on-site farm visits for routine preventive care, nutritional advice, and general care. A practical resource for Rockland County homesteaders keeping small livestock.

Six-generation Athens family farm (established 1897, a NYS Century Farm) selling pastured chicken eggs and frozen goat meat, open year-round.

Five-generation family farm known for strawberries and pumpkins. Dairy operation with seasonal produce and fall farm activities. One of the longest-running family farms in Rensselaer County.

Family-run all-halal (zabiha) livestock farm on 18 acres at 1461 NY-42 in Forestburgh, Sullivan County. Visitors select a live animal from goats, sheep, and cattle for on-site zabiha slaughter, with guidance provided for those who want to perform it themselves. Open Saturdays and during Eid, the farm serves Qurbani and aqiqah needs and offers pickup plus limited delivery in parts of New York and New Jersey.

Small livestock farm in Berne raising lamb and sheep with pasture-raised eggs; meat sold weekly at local markets.

The Ulster County beekeeping club, meeting the fourth Monday of most months at 7pm at the New Paltz Recreation Center. Open to anyone interested in honey bees — whether experienced, beginner, or simply curious. Monthly educational programming, mentorship, and community for beekeepers throughout Ulster County.

A beekeeping club serving Schoharie County and the Schoharie Valley, listed in the official New York State Agriculture Dept. beekeeping club directory. Monthly meetings and community resources for beekeepers throughout Schoharie County.

Full-service butcher shop, deli, and catering operation at 204 N Perry Street in Johnstown, Fulton County. Offers custom-cut meats, deli sandwiches, made-to-order breakfast and lunch, a full line of barbecue and catering services, and groceries. Participates in the New York State Venison Donation Program, accepting legally harvested deer at no cost to the hunter; the processed venison is distributed to regional food pantries through Feeding New York State.