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Rainy Cow Chaos, Beer Can Chicken, and a Local FFA Superstar

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July 6, 2025

Happy Sunday from Together Farms!
Last night’s Burger Night had everything: rain, a crowd, a new calf, and yes, even a cow trying (and failing) to jump a fence. It was a classic episode of "As the Farm Turns."

A mama cow got tangled in the fence trying to reach her baby on the other side, right as our local vet just happened to be pulling into the farm. Andy (who does not run) got his cardio for the day. The cow was freed (thanks to some heroics and a wire cutter, not a gun like I briefly feared 😅), and all was well.

The best part? Most of our guests didn’t just witness the drama - they helped! And that’s what makes Burger Night such a unique and unforgettable place to be.

We’ve had more calves born today, so if you visit, expect to be surrounded by cuteness and country charm. But don’t wait - this kind of summer magic only lasts for 12 more weekends!

Meet Sami Risen: The Heart Behind Our Rise’n Shine Chickens

Speaking of local animals raised with love...

We’re thrilled to introduce, or reintroduce, Sami Risen, our youngest daughter Adeyle’s best friend since 2nd grade. If you’ve visited the farm before, chances are you’ve seen Sami helping out or hanging around (she was even in last week's recipe email group shot (front row, center)!).

Sami is an active member of the Mondovi FFA and has been raising meat birds as part of her SAE (Supervised Agricultural Experience) project. Her birds are raised just down the road, on real pasture, with sunshine, room to roam, and all the attention they deserve.

She’s raising a special breed called the Jackie, which is:

  • A crossbred, slow-growing red broiler

  • Raised to market weight over 11–13 weeks (vs. 6 for conventional chickens 🤯)

  • Full-bodied with a rich “country chicken” flavor

  • Friendly, curious, and pasture-raised from start to finish

These aren’t factory birds, they’re part of Sami’s FFA journey and raised with real care. And yes, you can taste the difference.

See all of her chicken here!

July Bundle of the Month = Sami’s Chicken + More

Sami’s whole chicken is included in our $99 Bundle of the Month, which is already ~20% off and includes a variety of summer-friendly meats.
Even better:
💥 Subscribe for 5% more off + FREE meat for life
📦 Local delivery every Monday
🚚 Shipping to the Midwest every Tuesday

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🍗 Recipe of the Week: Beer Can Chicken

This week’s featured recipe is perfect for Sami’s chicken.
It’s simple. It’s juicy. It’s fun. And it looks amazing on your grill.

Beer Can Chicken hits all the right notes:

  • Crispy skin, juicy interior

  • Infused with beer, broth, cider—or whatever you're drinking

  • Practically cooks itself (especially if you use our favorite cast iron holder)

Get the full recipe here:
👉 Beer Can Chicken Recipe

Want to make it even easier?
Cast Iron Beer Can Chicken Holder
Traditional Beer Can Roaster
PS Seasoning Beer Can Chicken Rub

Why Burger Night Is More Than a Meal

If you’re hungry now, come out today! We’re open Sundays from 12–7pm, and it’s so much more than a meal. It’s an experience. It’s real.

You’ll:

  • Hear frogs and watch swallows feed their babies

  • See pigs soaking in the sun and mud

  • Watch calves wobble on new legs

  • Eat food raised on this farm (or just down the road)

  • Feel like maybe, just maybe, life can be simple again

Today’s Highlights:

✔ Perfect weather
✔ Free Bingo at 3pm (Jackpots = $6,000 and $400)
✔ Kids Bingo with prizes
✔ Olson’s Premium Ice Cream scooped all day
✔ Fries & a pickle with every burger
✔ Calves. Everywhere.

There’s no Netflix show with a better storyline than real life on a working farm. And probably no other “burger farm” like this in the Midwest.

Hope to see you for Season 7, Episode 46.
(Title TBD… but it’s bound to be a good one.)

With love and so much gratitude,
Stephanie Schneider
Your Farmer & Friend at Together Farms

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