History

Field of Blessings Farm was brought to life by Tom and Kimberly Cook in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. This personal journey transformed into a thriving farm dedicated to sustainable agriculture and heritage breed conservation. Their connection to the land and commitment to stewardship set the foundation for their practices and community impact.

Practices

Sustainability is at the heart of Field of Blessings Farm, reflected in their stewardship of God's creation. They employ sustainable farming techniques, certified wildlife habitats, and participate in programs like DHIA and Linear Appraisal. The farm also stands by biosecurity measures and closed-herd management, ensuring the health and genetics of their Nigerian Dwarf Goats remain outstanding.

Field of Blessings Farm's breeding practices include animal husbandry, biosecurity measures, and maintaining a closed-herd. They practice DNA testing, with a focus on improving goat genetics, including milk production and conformation.

Offerings

The farm specializes in Nigerian Dwarf Goats known for their social nature, high butterfat milk, and strong production genetics. Their breeding program is focused on enhancing the goats' conformation and milk quality. Hatching eggs and chicks are currently unavailable, but updates will be posted when they are ready.

Field of Blessings Farm also offers Welsh Harlequin ducks, prized for their egg production and conservation status, although hatching eggs are not currently available.

Their handcrafted New Creation Soaps, made from fresh goat milk, emphasize small-batch production and sustainability.

Buyer Experience

Potential buyers can contact Kimberly at (985) 867-8160 for local sales inquiries. The farm encourages arranging visits to connect with practices and offerings firsthand, though scheduling should align with farm chores.

Their sales policy for goats includes a $200 non-refundable deposit to reserve an animal, with a focus on sales integrity and providing initial health records. Goats should be purchased in pairs to support their social wellbeing. All sales are finalized with options for purchase-back available if needed.

Location

Field of Blessings Farm is based in Abita Springs, Louisiana, where the Cooks continue their mission, opening their doors to foster a deeper connection to sustainable farming.