Prairie Patch Farm

Located in Medaryville, Indiana, the farm specializes in raising Large Black pigs, a heritage breed renowned for its tender and flavorful meat. The farm's pigs are allowed to live longer and grow larger than those on conventional farms, reaching weights of 250-300 pounds. This approach, while more costly, results in superior meat quality. The farm offers custom-cut pork, selling live animals by the pound on the hoof and delivering them to a processor for customer-specified cuts.

The pigs are raised outdoors on a family farm that includes both grass and woodland, allowing them to dig for tubers and roots and graze on pastures. This natural environment provides the pigs with a low-stress life, which contributes to the quality of the meat. The farm emphasizes humane treatment and careful handling, ensuring that the pigs are raised with care and respect.

Customers benefit from lower prices due to the lack of additional charges for freezer space and storage. A whole hog requires about 5-6 cubic feet of freezer space, while a half hog needs about 3 cubic feet. The farm provides detailed information on pork cut yields, helping customers understand what to expect from their purchase.