Hickory Nut Gap Meat's Feature - Resident Artist Jessica Lynn
Farm Works. Hickory Nut Gap Farm celebrates our resident artist Jessica Lynn, with an exhibition of her recent works inspired by the mountains of Western North Carolina and life on the farm. Opening Reception (all invited) at the Farm Store on Friday, September 3rd from 5-8pm. The show "Farm Works" which include 11 pieces done with oils on plywood will be on exhibition through the end of October.
Come by the Farm Store open Wednesday - Saturday 1-5pm. Hours are extending to 7 days a week 9-6pm from September 1 through October 31st as we host you during our fall activities and apple sales. Directions
Hickory Nut Gap Meats Philosophy
Our mission is to connect sustainable agriculture practices, our family history, and our customers by sharing the family farm experience and serving as an example of healthy land stewardship while providing high quality ethically raised meats.
At Hickory Nut Gap Farm you will find animals raised in their natural environment. Pigs outdoors, cows on pasture eating grass and clover, multiple species grazing together, drinking fresh spring water and living the good life.
For more information on other family run businesses please check our Farm Family page. For weddings contact Annie Ager 828-628-2616 and check this link for summer camp.
GRASSFED BEEF...THE HEALTHY MEAT CHOICE
Lower in total fat
Higher in beta-carotene
Higher in vitamin E (alpha- tocopherol)
Higher in the B-vitamins thiamin and riboflavin
Higher in the minerals calcium, magnesium, and potassium
Higher in total omega-3s
A healthier ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids (1.65 vs 4.84)
Higher in CLA (cis-9 trans-11), a potential cancer fighter
Higher in vaccenic acid (which can be transformed into CLA)
Lower in the saturated fats linked with heart disease
S.K. Duckett et al, Journal of Animal Science, (published online) June 2009, "Effects of winter stocker growth rate and finishing system on: III. Tissue proximate, fatty acid, vitamin and cholesterol content."
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Articles of Interest
Charlotte Magazine-Outstanding in the Field dinner review
Asheville Citizen Times -President Obama eats Hickory Nut Gap Meats on his recent visit to Asheville
Bon Appetit- Names Asheville as most Foodie Town, runner up with a mention to Hickory Nut Gap Farm!
Grassfed Beef covered in TIME Magazine: Read the article here.
WNC Magazine - Hickory Nut Gap Meats Recipe: Pastured Pork Chops with Sorghum Glaze
Dates to Remember...
September 1: Opening Day for the Apples, Corn Maze, Pumpkins 7 days/week 9-6.
June 13: Plow Day at the Farm 1-5pm. Fathers Day Sale.
April 18th: Asheville City Market opens for its 3rd season. 161 Charlotte St. SATURDAYS 8-1 pm.
April 18th: North Asheville Tailgate Market opens for its 26th season. UNCA Campus. SATURDAYS 7-12. pm
April 17th: Baby chicks arrive at the farm!
Over the last ten years we have developed unique production techniques that are healthy for the animals and the people living on the farm. Farming with the seasons allows us to maintain a healthy diverse ecosystem. The animals are rotated around the farm in a high density, short duration grazing fashion. This eliminates overgrazed pasturelands and concentrated manure areas, keeping the springs and creeks healthy, while promoting aquatic biodiversity.
Our meat has the flavor and tenderness past generations took for granted. Hickory Nut Gap beef is grassfed and grass finished. Grassfed beef is lower in total fat and abundant in "good fats" such as Omega-3 fatty acids and Conjugated Linoleic Acids. We are proud to say that our animals are raised with care and without implanted growth hormones or the use of antibiotics. 100% Grassfed beef and pastured pork raised right! We are proud to provide local food that is good for the health of our environment and our local community.
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