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What a Great Weekend

written by

Joe Koopsen

posted on

January 23, 2023

We had an amazing time in Texas this past week!

Several members of Joe's Farm attended the APPPA conference in Allen, TX. Joe has the privilege of serving on the board of APPPA. If you are a farmer raising poultry, are thinking about raising poultry, or are a consumer who wants to be more informed on where and how your food is raised, be sure to check out APPPA!


I (Joe) also had the privilege of joining Brett and Harry on the Meat Mafia Podcast in Austin, TX! We discuss all things chickens. From how we raise chickens here at Joe's Farm to commercial chicken farms to egg nutrition and everything in between! We also had some great conversations about the importance of pasture raising meat and what consumers should be looking for from their local farmers. Make sure to follow the Meat Mafia Podcast to learn more!

CHECK IT OUT!! 🐔

https://youtu.be/_aOwX-kuWH4




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    Three Rivers MI 49093
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