Field of Dreams Farm

Melissa’s Alaskan Coho Salmon: Caught and Delivered to You

September 16, 2026

Our daughter Melissa came through for us again!! We just got a shipment of Alaskan Coho Salmon…caught by her, processed by her and shipped to us by her for all of you!

Thanksgiving Turkey Pre-Orders: Pricing and Dates

September 14, 2026

Please read this post before heading to our webstore to order because we have made some changes to our pricing and distribution.

We are opening up pre-orders for Thanksgiving Turkeys….this year we will have 2 tier pricing…..We will be processing our first 2 rounds of turkeys on Nov 4th and 11th and these will be frozen and they will be $7/lb and you will be able to pick up your turkey anytime after Nov 6th until Tuesday Nov 24th.
Fresh Turkeys will be processed on November 20th and pick up will be Mon and Tues Nov 23rd & 24th and these Turkeys will be $8/lb and we are only processing 80 fresh turkeys. On the webstore you will be able to order Fresh or Frozen.

Chicken is back on the menu!!

May 5, 2026

We are processing every week now. Come see us! We have the best chicken period!

Homemade Lard Soap Benefits

January 24, 2026

Have you tried our homemade lard soap from our pasture raised pigs? You are missing out….we make 4 to 5 oz bars using only a few simple ingrediants: Lard (80%), Coconut Oil (20%), Water/Lye, and essential oils for scent….that’s it!! Ever wonder about the benefits of Lard soap? Read below and find out why you should be using our Lard soap!

Lard in soap creates a wonderfully hard, long-lasting bar with a rich, creamy lather and exceptional moisturizing properties. It’s a surprisingly gentle, sustainable, and skin-loving ingredient that has been a cornerstone of traditional soap making for centuries for very good reasons.

The primary reason to use any soap is for how it feels and performs on your skin. This is where lard truly shines, offering benefits that synthetic or even some plant-based soaps struggle to match. It’s all about its unique compatibility with our own biology.

Is lard soap actually good for your skin?

Yes, lard soap is exceptionally good for your skin. Its magic lies in its fatty acid profile, which is remarkably similar to the fatty acid profile of human skin. This makes it incredibly compatible and non-irritating for most people. Furthermore, lard is a fantastic source of leaf-sourced Vitamin D. While the amount that can be absorbed through soap is debated, it’s a unique nutritional aspect that most plant oils lack. This contributes to the overall conditioning and nourishing feel of the soap.

Is lard soap suitable for sensitive skin or conditions like eczema?

For many people with sensitive skin, eczema, or psoriasis, handmade lard soap can be a game-changer. Here’s why:

Mildness: Because its structure is so similar to our own skin, it’s inherently gentle and less likely to cause irritation or allergic reactions.
No Harsh Detergents: Commercial “soaps” are often synthetic detergent bars (syndets) that can be very harsh and drying. A true soap made with lard is much milder.
Natural Glycerin: In handmade soap, the naturally occurring glycerin (a powerful humectant that draws moisture to the skin) is retained. In commercial soap making, it’s often removed and sold separately. This retained glycerin makes lard soap incredibly moisturizing.

I’ve heard countless stories from customers who found relief from dry, itchy, or irritated skin after switching from commercial bars to simple, unscented lard soap. The lack of complex, synthetic ingredients combined with the soap’s natural conditioning properties often calms the skin down significantly.