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At Gore Farms, Thanksgiving is more than just a holiday—it’s the culmination of months of dedication, care, and connection with both our animals and our community. We take pride in raising turkeys the old-fashioned way, allowing them to roam freely on green pastures, soaking up sunshine, and living as nature intended. Our approach to farming is rooted in respect for the land, the animals, and the people who share in our journey.

One of the most rewarding parts of what we do is knowing that the turkeys we raise will play a central role in family gatherings during the Thanksgiving holiday. This is a time when people come together to express gratitude, and we feel deeply honored to be part of that tradition. Each year, we see the joy on our customers’ faces as they pick up their Thanksgiving turkey, knowing that it was raised with care, without the use of antibiotics or cramped living conditions. Our turkeys aren’t just a product; they’re the result of a philosophy of farming that emphasizes sustainability, animal welfare, and community.

Raising turkeys on pasture means giving them space to move, forage, and express their natural behaviors. From the moment they arrive as poults, we ensure that they have access to fresh air, clean water, and a diet that includes natural foraging alongside supplemental grains. Some say the result is not only healthier, happier turkeys but also meat that is more flavorful and nutritious. Customers often tell us that they can taste the difference and appreciate knowing exactly where their food comes from.

Beyond providing delicious, ethically-raised turkeys, one of the things we love most about running our farm is the connection it fosters with our local community. Many of our customers are neighbors, friends, or people we’ve met through farmers’ markets. Over the years, we’ve built relationships that go beyond business transactions. People come to our farm not just to buy a turkey, but learn about sustainable farming, and where their food comes from. This connection between farm and community is something we cherish deeply. 

As Thanksgiving approaches each year, our farm becomes a hub of activity. The excitement builds as we prepare for the final stages of processing and distributing the turkeys. It’s a lot of hard work, but it’s also incredibly fulfilling. We know that each turkey we send out into the community will become part of a cherished family memory. For us, that’s what farming is all about, providing nourishment not only for the body but also for the soul.

In a world where convenience often overshadows quality, we’re grateful for the opportunity to offer something different, something real. Our farm isn’t large, but it’s filled with care, integrity, and a deep commitment to doing things the right way. Each Thanksgiving, we’re reminded of why we started this journey, to raise animals humanely, to be a good steward of the land, and to bring people closer to their food and each other. This is our way of giving thanks, and we couldn’t imagine doing it any other way. 

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