At Flourish & Roam, our commitment to regenerative farming goes beyond the food we produce. It’s a way of life, a path forward that honors the land, animals, and our shared future. Regenerative farming is about working in harmony with nature to heal and enrich the Earth—and every customer who chooses Flourish & Roam is part of this journey.
Meat box subscriptions are changing the game for conscientious eaters in Cincinnati who prioritize both quality and convenience in their food choices.
For meat enthusiasts searching for their next great feast, the Tomahawk Ribeye Steak is not something to skip over. Imagine a thick, tender ribeye steak, but not just your average cut. This one comes with a long rib bone, giving it a distinctive, impressive look that resembles a tomahawk axe. That’s right, it’s not just about taste—presentation plays a big part with this steak.
Gourmet pork sausages are shaking things up in the culinary world, bringing a high-quality twist to a classic favorite. This isn’t your average supermarket sausage. Think top-notch pork, herbs fresh from the garden, and a level of craftsmanship that elevates the humble sausage to a gourmet experience.
When we talk about farm fresh meats, we’re diving into a world that prioritizes quality and health right from the farm to your table.
As a rancher committed to transparency, I aim to provide genuine insights that extend beyond what's allowed to be shared on public platforms like social media. There is so much misinformation out there from people lacking real experience and its time we set the record straight.
Did you know Rancher Josh and I both have our PhDs in Animal Science? [I’ll share more about that another time] But what that means for YOU is we aren’t going to use scare tactics to get you to buy our meat or share misinformation about agriculture.
I am rancher Sarah and along with my husband, Josh, and kiddos Thea (8), Deklan (6) and Gannon (almost 2), we pasture raise Angus cattle, heritage Berkshire pigs, chicken and Navajo Churro sheep just 35 minutes east of Cincinnati, Ohio. Josh and I have shared a crazy love for raising animals from a young age which led us both to doctorate degrees in Animal Science in pre-harvest food safety and epidemiology.
Raising kids is a challenging. It requires a lot of patience, dedication, and hard work. As a mom, rancher, and entrepreneur, I know firsthand the struggles of juggling multiple responsibilities and trying to do it all. But the one thing I've learned is that it's impossible to do it all, and that's okay.
“Your dreams are the compass that guides you towards your true north. Follow them with unwavering faith and determination, and you will discover a path that leads to a life of purpose and fulfillment.”
Printed in Farm Bureau Focus on Agriculture https://www.fb.org/focus-on-ag... Dr. Sarah Ison @beefdrsarah Information and guidance regarding COVID-19 is continually evolving. Although this can be frustrating and confusing, especially when recommendations change or are expanded, we can expect these changes with anything that is new or unknown. The good news is that when it comes to this virus, the risk of contracting it through fresh or prepared food is low to none when following proper food safety and public health practices. If we look at past data and investigations of previous coronavirus outbreaks, such as MERS and SARS, the World Health Organization determined that there was no disease transmission through food. My family’s ranch raises meat shipped directly to families across the United States, and we have implemented social distancing practices in all areas of our business. Local customers are asked to pre-order and remain in their cars during pick-up. We wear personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, and provide access to proper hand-washing stations, in order to protect our family, our workers and our customers. Keep in mind that gloves and masks alone will not prevent you from contracting COVID-19. You must implement the correct practices even with this gear to stop cross-contamination. In fact, if you are not used to properly wearing gloves, they can create a false sense of security and lead to unintentional cross-contamination. Remember: wearing gloves does not replace the need to wash your hands properly. When we need to travel off the farm, we take time to plan and ensure that anyone we work with who brings food to families takes the same care and precautions. For example, our dry-ice supplier now leaves my order on the loading dock, and I load it myself. Our local feed store has call-ahead options that allow us to stay fully in our vehicles and limit direct contact. Commercial shipping carriers, like UPS and FedEx, pick up meat boxes from the ranch store porch and we limit the number of customers allowed inside the store for drop offs. Consumers can rest assured that fresh fruits and vegetables purchased at the grocery store or from the local farmers’ market are safe. There is no need to implement extra steps in washing your produce, especially with soap or detergents that are not labeled for human consumption and can cause adverse side effects. The best at-home food safety practices are simple: rinse produce immediately prior to eating or cooking and wash your hands properly prior to preparing or eating food. Also, families and business alike must continue to sanitize high-contact surfaces, such as handles, doorknobs and counters, to reduce the risk of exposure. Keeping your hands clean in the kitchen is the most important step you can take to stop the spread of germs and COVID-19. There are still many unknowns surrounding COVID-19, but we can work with what we do know. We can all do our part to stop the spread through social distancing and good public health practices. That’s just what farms like mine around this country are doing every day to ensure we can continue to keep the food supply strong. For more information and to stay updated on best practices visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s coronavirus (COVID-19) resource page. Dr. Sarah Ison is a participant in AFBF’s Partners in Advocacy Leadership Program, and beef producer with her family in Ohio. She holds a doctorate in food safety and epidemiology.
Farm To Table Talk covers our journey, hopes, and advice for other families who share the dream of raising livestock.