The Rare Hare Barn was founded from Eric’s own desire to have more control over and input in his family’s food. The idea caught on. Before long, they were supplying fresh heritage breed rabbit fryers to some of the best restaurants in the Midwest, and coast to coast.

Currently they raise American Blue and White, American Chinchilla, Blanc d’Hotot, Silver Fox and Crème d’Argente rabbits.

Today’s show focuses on the American Chinchilla  and what it really takes to be a rabbit farmer. The American Chinchilla was once a mainstay of the rabbit industry, but now is the most rare of all the heritage breeds. They are superior and consistent producers. Contact Eric & Callene Rapp to learn more. www.rareharebarn.com

Travel back in time to enjoy healthier more flavorful meets. Now you maybe aware there is a movement to enjoy heirloom vegetables and fruits. Well, now the time has come to make a similar discovery with heritage meats. And joining me to lead this discussion is Jeff Duba purveyor of fine heritage meats and owner of Duba & Company. Visit HeritageBreeds.org

Welcome farmer, artist, crafter, and felter Minna White. Not only does she owns a farm that raises Navajo Churro sheep, she is the artist behind LanaDura.com. An amazing business that sells felted and hand-crafted items from the sheep’s wool.

Lana Dura’s felted bags began as a idea-speck in the hearts of two shepherds who raised Navajo-Churro sheep for more than fifty years combined. Their goal is to give sheep a job and allow them to live long, productive lives contributing to the sustainability and durability of their farm. The sheep are paid to produce a product annually by contributing their wool fiber. www.HeritageBreeds.org

Gather the knowledge you need for Pickin’ Your Chickens. Heritage Breed Poultry expert Jeannette Beranger will introduce you to breeds from around the world. Discover more about the  English, Continental, American, Asiatic, and Oriental birds. Plus, she explains how the conservation priority list works.  You’ll also receive advice on how and where to buy the birds, along with how much they cost. Visit HeritageBreeds.org

Gather the knowledge you need for Pickin’ Your Chickens. Heritage Breed Poultry expert Jeannette Beranger will walk you through everything you need to know like what is a heritage chicken? How to select the right bird for egg or meat production? Why choosing for temperament is so critical to your safety and the safety of your flock. Along with what is the American Standard of Perfection and why they are so important to follow?