“The harvest of good things comes not from rushing, but from tending what matters.” — Inspired by Wendell Berry

2025 was a year of transition, of big moves and bigger dreams — and we couldn’t be more grateful to be exactly where we are now.

Finding Our Forever Farm

A place built for our animals, our dreams, and the life we’re building

Last year, we found ourselves bursting at the seams. Our little farm dream had outgrown the space we were in — too many ideas, too many future plans, and not nearly enough acreage to bring them all to life. We knew we needed room to breathe, so we made a bold decision: we packed up our lives, moved in with family for a season, and started the search for a place that could truly support our vision.

We toured properties that looked perfect on paper but fell short in person. We walked land that felt close, but not quite right. And then — we found it.

A farm that immediately felt like home. A place with the right blend of space, layout, and possibility. Here, we could finally build what we had always imagined:

• A landscape that supports our livestock with safe, rotating pastures where they can graze and thrive.
• Dedicated areas for whelping and raising puppies where we can give them the best start in a calm, purpose-built environment.
• Room to grow — from orchards and gardens to future projects we haven’t even dreamed up yet.
• And a quieter, more intentional rhythm of life, surrounded by rolling hills, woods, and wide Kentucky skies.

This land gives our animals the freedom and enrichment they deserve. It gives us the space to care for them the way we believe in — ethically, thoughtfully, and with deep respect. And most importantly, it gives us a foundation for everything still to come.

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A Year of Animals Thriving

The heartbeat of Queen City Farm

This season has been a time of settling in — not just for us, but for every animal who now calls this farm home. We’ve watched them adjust to the new routine and explore the spaces that were built with them in mind. What once were unfamiliar pastures quickly became places of comfort and curiosity.

Our livestock have blossomed here. The goats learned the boundaries of the fence lines and now spend their days grazing contentedly on grass instead of pacing edges. The sheep have relaxed into their rotation, moving calmly through fresh pasture and growing stronger with every step. Even the pigs seem to have a new sense of purpose — rooting, running, and stretching their legs like never before.

On the dog side of our world, the growth has been just as meaningful. Puppies who were whelped with love and intention are now beginning their journeys — stepping into show rings, building confidence, and showing us glimpses of the bright futures ahead of them. Their excitement mirrors our own as we watch the foundation of our breeding program strengthen with each new milestone.

Every corner of this farm is beginning to fill with life, routine, and purpose. Everyone — two- and four-legged — has found their place here. And with each season, we continue to see our vision unfold more clearly: healthy, thriving animals raised the right way, on land that supports who they are meant to be.

Building the Future, One Fence & Fruit Tree at a Time

Infrastructure that will serve generations

Building a farm takes time. Every fence post we set, every shelter we raise, every field we seed is one more step toward creating a place that will sustain both our animals and our dreams for years to come.

We’re focused on establishing long-term pasture health, improving the soil with thoughtful rotation and regenerative practices that allow the land to give back to the animals who depend on it. Safe grazing areas are taking shape, providing room for everyone to move, forage, and live the way nature intended.

Beyond the pastures, we’re planting for the future. The orchard continues to grow, not only to nourish our family, but also to provide natural, wholesome enrichment for the dogs and livestock who share this land with us. And speaking of the dogs — they benefit from this intentional design just as much as the livestock do. Each new structure, each fenced area, each thoughtfully planned space is built to ensure they have meaningful, year-round experiences that keep both body and mind active.

It’s a long game. Slow progress, one piece at a time. But we are devoted to the work, the land, and the animals who rely on us. And every day, we see a little more of the farm we’ve always envisioned coming to life.

Cozy Season — and Quiet Progress

Winter’s slowdown is where planning thrives

Winter has a way of asking us to pause. When the leaves fall and the pastures go quiet, the pace of the farm naturally slows — and that’s when the planning begins to thrive.

This season becomes a chance to look around with a thoughtful eye and ask what worked well… and what we want to improve. We sit down with lists and sketches, mapping out new structures that will make daily care more efficient and more enriching for the animals. We think ahead to spring projects, from fencing expansions to pasture reseeding. And as we prepare for the litters and new life that will arrive next year, we take time to ensure every detail is ready to give our puppies the best possible start.

Winter is the blueprint stage. The ideas that take root now will become realities once the days grow longer again. In this quiet, next year’s success is being written — one plan, one vision, one hopeful step at a time.

Grateful for Where We Stand Today

Each evening, when the chores are done and the light begins to fade, we step outside and look over the pastures. The sheep settle together in soft clusters, the goats stretch out in the last patch of warmth, the pigs find their favorite bedding, and the dogs sit alert, simply enjoying the quiet. Seeing them content — healthy, safe, and at peace — reminds us exactly why we made every decision that brought us here.

This farm is more than land. It represents a turning point for us. A place where our breeding ethics, our livestock care, and our long-term homestead goals finally align into something cohesive and deeply fulfilling. Here, we don’t have to compromise on what matters. Here, we get to nurture the life we believe in.

We feel immense gratitude for the animals who teach us patience and purpose every day. For the people who support our mission and follow along as this dream unfolds. And for a home that gives us the chance to grow the right way — intentionally and with respect for every creature who shares it.

As the year winds down, we can look back with pride at what has already been built. And yet, more than anything, we feel excitement for what is still to come. The best seasons, the best stories, and the best moments are still ahead — waiting to take root in this place we now call home.

How are you preparing for winter on the farm?‍

Fall is when we make sure fencing is secure, housing is weatherproof, and routines shift to support animals through colder months. We also use this time to plan building projects and improvements for spring.

Do you offer farm products for sale?‍

Throughout the year, we sometimes have products such as rabbits or pork available. These offerings vary seasonally — when something is available, we share updates on our website and social pages.

Where is Queen City Farm located?

‍We are based in Northern Kentucky, just south of Cincinnati, and just north of Lexington, where we raise Australian Shepherds and livestock on a farm designed with responsible animal care and enrichment in mind.