7 animals & livestock in Rensselaer County, New York.
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.
Family dairy farm in Schodack Landing raising Jersey cattle, with farm tours and farm-fresh dairy.
Family farm in Castleton-on-Hudson raising bison for meat, plus sweet corn, produce, and honey.
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 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.
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.
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.