No Corn. No Soy. Feed is the Foundation of Our Eggs.
If you’ve ever wondered how to feed your family better, you aren't alone. McGreen Acres was founded on the ideals that what you put into your animals is ultimately what you put in to yourself.
Years ago, we started paying attention to what we were cooking with. However, we realized that those same crops we cut out of our kitchen are the backbone of most animal feed in America.
That realization directly shaped how we feed our chickens.
Chicken, Turkey, and Goose Eggs: What’s the Difference?
Eggs are a staple in many kitchens, but not all eggs are created equal. Chicken, turkey, and goose eggs each bring their own flavor, size, nutrition, and seasonal availability to the table. Understanding these differences can help you choose the right egg for baking, cooking, and everyday use.
5 Egg Facts That Actually Matter
Answering some of the questions we hear most often from folks who stop by the farm that mean something, like the nutrition value of brow vs white eggs or what is that green ring around egg yolks when they are hard boiled.
Why Poison Control Recommends Honey for Button Battery Ingestion
If a child swallows a button battery, honey can help buy critical time on the way to the emergency room. Learn about the hidden danger of button batteries, why honey helps, and what it is about raw honey that matters.
Why Your Honey Crystallized (And Why That’s a Good Thing)
If you have picked up a jar of honey from us and noticed it has thickened, turned cloudy, or even become spreadable like creamed honey, you are seeing something completely natural.
Honey crystallization is not a defect. It is not spoilage. In fact, it is one of the clearest signs that your honey is real, pure, and minimally processed.
Controlling Hive Beetles Naturally
Hive beetles are one of the pests that beekeepers need to keep an eye on, and unfortunately, they can become a big problem if left unchecked. Fortunately, there are several ways to treat hive beetles, and we’ve found a few methods that work well for us here at McGreen Acres.
How Local Honey Supports Your Body During Allergy Season
If you live in our part of Texas, you know that seasonal allergies can feel like a year-round battle. The dust. The pollen. The sharp change from warm afternoons to chilly mornings. It all adds up.
A lot of folks ask us what they can do to support their body without adding more medicine to the cabinet. One of the simplest tools is something nature already gives us.
Local honey.
Raw Milk Yogurt
Have you ever stood in the dairy aisle comparing yogurts, trying to decide if all those added gums and flavorings are what left you feeling icky after eating a supposed health food?
You’re not alone.
Incubating Chicken Eggs 101
You've decided that you want to hatch some of your own chicks, but don't know where to start. We've got you covered.
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3 Sweet Ways We Love to Enjoy Our Figs
When figs are ripe on the farm, it feels like a little celebration every time we pick a basket full. Here are three ways we love to enjoy these sweet jewels while they’re in season.