‘Round The Farm

Apparently I wasn’t getting her breakfast ready fast enough 💨

Mud season is the worst. Especially when you suspect that it’s not just mud 💩

I was also too slow for the chicken’s liking 🍳

Seven years in and the fart eggs make me laugh 🤭
The Not-So-Romantic Side of Farming: Rainy Days at Longbottom Farm
🌧️ Rainy Farm Chores! 🐔🌧️ Today, we’re taking you along as we tackle our farm chores in the rain and ice. 🧊 Sometimes, farming gets messy and all you want is to finish your tasks. That’s exactly how today feels! 🚜💦 But, our animals don’t mind the weather – they’re just hungry and waiting to eat. 🐄🐖 So, we’re out here getting everything done, no matter the weather!
New Products on the Farm!
We have a couple new products this week on the farm. I’ve been slow to get these posted, but finally they’re here. In addition to the products mentioned here, we’ll be offereing more new products in the future including beef bacon and smoked brats! Stay tuned for more to come on those. First up, we have:
Pork Sirloin Chops
Our bone-in pork sirloin chops come from pigs raised in the woods and on pasture here in Central Virginia. Sirloin chops are cut from the hip end of the loin, near where the leg meets the back.
What Makes Them Special:
These chops have a bit more character than center cuts—you’ll see different muscle groups and sometimes a piece of hipbone running through them. That means more flavor and texture variety in every chop. They’re also one of the most affordable pork chop options without sacrificing quality.
Why Our Pork Sirloin Chops are Different:
Our pigs live in the woods and on pasture, rooting around and doing what pigs love to do. We never use antibiotics or growth hormones. They’re not confined to concrete slabs in massive barns—they get fresh air, sunshine, and room to be pigs.
That lifestyle makes a real difference in the quality and flavor of the meat. The pork is processed at USDA facilities using air-chilling methods instead of the water-bath chilling most grocery store pork goes through. That means our pork isn’t pumped full of water and chlorine—it’s just pure pork with better flavor and texture.
How to Cook Pork Sirloin Chops:
- Grilled: Great on the grill—the extra flavor stands up well to smoke and char
- Baked: Season well, bake at 375°F with a bit of liquid to keep them moist
- Pan-Seared: Sear in a hot skillet, then finish with broth or wine
- Braised: Brown first, then braise low and slow for fork-tender results
- Slow Cooker: Add to your slow cooker with vegetables and sauce for easy weeknight dinner
Cooking Tips:
Sirloin chops benefit from a bit of moisture during cooking—they’re lean and can dry out if you’re not careful. Cook to an internal temperature of 145°F for juicy results, or go a bit higher (160°F) if you’re braising or slow cooking.
Marinating helps tenderize them and adds flavor. Even a simple salt and pepper rub 30 minutes before cooking makes a difference.
Our Promise:
If it’s not good enough for our family’s table, we won’t put it out there for yours. We raise our pigs with care, give them a good life, and stand behind every cut we sell.
Questions about cooking sirloin chops or want recipe ideas? Just reach out—we’re happy to help.
Pork Sirloin Chops
Photo above represents finished product. Actual product consist of pigs head with skin / jowls removed.
Our bone-in pork sirloin chops come from pigs raised in the woods and on pasture here in Central Virginia. Sirloin chops are cut from the hip end of the loin, near where the leg meets the back.
What Makes Them Special:
These chops have a bit more character than center cuts—you’ll see different muscle groups and sometimes a piece of hipbone running through them. That means more flavor and texture variety in every chop. They’re also one of the most affordable pork chop options without sacrificing quality.
Why Our Pork Sirloin Chops are Different:
Our pigs live in the woods and on pasture, rooting around and doing what pigs love to do. We never use antibiotics or growth hormones. They’re not confined to concrete slabs in massive barns—they get fresh air, sunshine, and room to be pigs.
That lifestyle makes a real difference in the quality and flavor of the meat. The pork is processed at USDA facilities using air-chilling methods instead of the water-bath chilling most grocery store pork goes through. That means our pork isn’t pumped full of water and chlorine—it’s just pure pork with better flavor and texture.
How to Cook Pork Sirloin Chops:
- Grilled: Great on the grill—the extra flavor stands up well to smoke and char
- Baked: Season well, bake at 375°F with a bit of liquid to keep them moist
- Pan-Seared: Sear in a hot skillet, then finish with broth or wine
- Braised: Brown first, then braise low and slow for fork-tender results
- Slow Cooker: Add to your slow cooker with vegetables and sauce for easy weeknight dinner
Cooking Tips:
Sirloin chops benefit from a bit of moisture during cooking—they’re lean and can dry out if you’re not careful. Cook to an internal temperature of 145°F for juicy results, or go a bit higher (160°F) if you’re braising or slow cooking.
Marinating helps tenderize them and adds flavor. Even a simple salt and pepper rub 30 minutes before cooking makes a difference.
Our Promise:
If it’s not good enough for our family’s table, we won’t put it out there for yours. We raise our pigs with care, give them a good life, and stand behind every cut we sell.
Questions about cooking sirloin chops or want recipe ideas? Just reach out—we’re happy to help.

