About Gnarled Oak Farm

Hernando, Mississippi

Gnarled Oak Farm is a small family farm in the Mississippi Hill country. We raise Belted Galloway cows (the Oreo cows) and other heritage breeds of livestock, including sheep, pigs, turkeys, chickens, all on pasture. We work hard to do it in a way that enhances clean water, wildlife, and ecosystem health.

 

We believe in diversity. And soil health. And that ecosystem health is directly linked to human health. Our mission is to foster a system that improves the environment while providing food and other regenerative products to a growing community. We believe that regenerative practices can do that and more. Our practices include intensive rotational grazing, planting cover crops, no sprays, no tillage, and plant and livestock diversity.

 

We started farming in 2017 and have been expanding and diversifying since then.

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Buy local pork online from farmers and butcher shops near you

ChopLocal is incredibly proud to partner with pork farms near you! We offer pork from a network of farms and small butcher shops across the country.

When you buy local pork, you're supporting local farmers and small businesses, and we thank you! Your supoort helps stimulate rural economies and create healthy communities.

Buying direct from a farmer also allows you to have all of your questions answered. Wondering how the pigs were raised? You can ask! Wondering what they were fed? You can ask that, too!

Many of the farms on ChopLocal raise heritage breeds (like Duroc, Mangalitsa and Berkshire), which often leads to higher quality, more flavorful meat than what is available at the commercial level. 

Most Popular Cuts of Pork

1. Pork Chop

Cooking Methods: Pork chops are versatile and can be cooked in several ways. They can be grilled, pan-fried, baked, or even broiled. They can be marinated for flavor or seasoned with herbs and spices.

2. Pork Tenderloin

Cooking Methods: Pork tenderloin is a lean and tender cut. It's excellent for roasting, grilling, or pan-searing. It can be marinated or seasoned before cooking. Because it's lean, be careful not to overcook it to keep it tender and juicy.

3. Pork Loin Roast

Cooking Methods: Pork loin roast is a larger cut and is great for roasting. It can be seasoned with herbs, spices, and a rub. Slow roasting at a lower temperature helps keep it juicy.

4. Pork Shoulder or Pork Butt

Cooking Methods: This cut is known for its richness and flavor. It's often used for slow-cooking methods like braising, roasting, or smoking. It's perfect for pulled pork. A slow cooker or an oven set to a low temperature works well for this cut.

5. Spareribs and Baby Back Ribs

Cooking Methods: Ribs are typically cooked using slow and low methods like grilling, smoking, or baking. They can be pre-seasoned with a rub and then cooked over indirect heat. A final glaze of barbecue sauce is a popular finish.

Interesting Facts about Pork

1. Pork is the world's most-consumed meat!
2. Pork is full of nutrients, including protein, vitamins (including B-vitamins like B12 and niacin) and minerals including iron, zinc and phosphorus.
3. Pork can be leaner than you think! The loin and tenderloin are relatively low in fat.
4. Pork does not have to be cooked "well-done." Cook pork to 145°F for juicy, succulent pork!

Where to find a Whole Hog

Whole hogs for roasting can be hard to find, and we do not have any currently available on ChopLocal.

However, if you want to buy a whole or half hog, processed for your family's freezer, we encourage you to check out the hog farms on ChopLocal, and send them a message. You can also refer to this blog post about buying a whole hog.

Order Pork Online: How it Works

1. Check out the pork farms and butcher shops above.

2. Can't find one near you? Many farmers and butcher shops in the ChopLocal network will ship pork right to your door!

3. Looking for something specific? Use the search bar or filters to find the meat that's right for you.

4. Order pork online and the farmer or butcher shop will fulfill your order!

Ground Pork Our heritage pigs are pasture raised to have a happy life which makes exceptional meat! The ground pork comes in 1 lb packages. Its excellent for soups, meatballs, meatloaf.....the list goes on and on! About our Pork: We raise 5 different breeds of heritage pigs, including American Guinea Hog, Tamworth, Mangalitsa, Mulefoot, and Yorkshire. Heritage pork is known for its rich flavors and deep marbled fat. Research has shown that the fat of animals raised in a regenerative system is much higher in healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Our pigs are raised exclusively outside, allowed to wallow in mudholes, eat grass, acorns, and insects, and run and play. Each Package is approximately 1 Lb
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Ground Pork Sausage Our pasture-raised ground sausage is made from the highest quality pork sourced directly from our farm. We believe in providing our animals with a natural and humane environment, which results in a superior product. Each pound of sausage is ground and blended with a special spice mix, creating a delicious and savory flavor. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, our sausage is versatile and easy to cook. Plus, with our commitment to sustainable and ethical farming practices, you can feel good about every bite. Our heritage pigs are pasture raised to have a happy life which makes exceptional meat! The breakfast sausage comes in 1 lb packages with both hot and mild spiciness levels. Its excellent for soups, meatballs, biscuits and gravy.....the list goes on and on! About our Pork: We raise 5 different breeds of heritage pigs, including American Guinea Hog, Tamworth, Mangalitsa, Mulefoot, and Idaho Pasture. Heritage pork is known for its rich flavors and deep marbled fat. Research has shown that the fat of animals raised in a regenerative system is much higher in healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Our pigs are raised exlusively outside, allowed to wallow in mudholes, eat grass, acorns, and insects, and run and play. Choose from either mild or hot.   Each Package is approximately 1 Lb
$9.00
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Sausage Bundle Introducing our Pasture Raised Pork Sausage bundle, made from the highest quality pork raised on our farm. Our pigs are raised in a stress-free environment, free to roam and forage in spacious pastures. The result is a delicious sausage that is rich in flavor and free from hormones, antibiotics, and preservatives. Each 10 lb package is perfect for feeding the whole family or for stocking up your freezer. Enjoy the taste of farm-fresh pork in every bite. Choose between hot or mild sausage. 10 - 1 lb packages
$80.00
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Pork Bundle Box The bundle includes: 2 lbs sausage 2 lbs ground pork 1 lb pork chops 1 lb lemon pepper brats Our heritage pigs are pasture raised to have a happy life which makes exceptional meat! The breakfast sausage comes in 1 lb packages with both hot and mild spiciness levels. Its excellent for soups, meatballs, biscuits and gravy.....the list goes on and on! About our Pork: We raise 5 different breeds of heritage pigs, including American Guinea Hog, Tamworth, Mangalitsa, Mulefoot, and Idaho Pasture. Heritage pork is known for its rich flavors and deep marbled fat. Research has shown that the fat of animals raised in a regenerative system is much higher in healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Our pigs are raised exlusively outside, allowed to wallow in mudholes, eat grass, acorns, and insects, and run and play.
$55.00
 
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Gnarled Oak Reviews

Lovely family-operated farm on beautiful property. The owners were wonderful and generous with their time. Fantastic selection of meats and products. Highly recommend!

We cooked the New York Strip steaks and they were literally the best steaks we've ever had!

Their sausage is the best we have ever had!

The best beef I've ever eaten! Nice job guys!

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Gnarled Oak Farm

Gnarled Oak Farm

Pasture-raised beef, pork and lamb from Hernando, MS
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