From damaged soil to thriving ecosystem
When Martha first saw our 168 acres in White House Station, New Jersey, the soil told a sobering story. Chemically farmed since 1933, it was depleted and lifeless. Determined to heal it, she embraced regenerative practices like daily rotational grazing, diverse forage cultivation, and a three-species system of cattle, chickens, and sheep—transforming worn-out ground into a thriving ecosystem that pulls carbon from the atmosphere.
Today, our cattle graze on over 40 forage varieties, from nutrient-dense alfalfa to trace-mineral-rich wildflowers. This diversity restores soil health while creating rich flavor profiles and superior marbling that set our beef apart. Every pound represents healthier land, not depleted fields.
From Kitchen to Pasture: A Chef's Mission
Martha’s journey from professional kitchen to regenerative farm began with a simple conviction: food should nourish both families and the land that produces it. With 25 years of culinary training from the CIA, she knew quality, flavor, and the value of exceptional ingredients. But after encountering 168 acres of chemically damaged soil, she realized her true calling was healing the land that grows our food.
Today, Martha applies the same precision she brought to fine dining to raising cattle that consistently grade Choice to Prime on a 100% grass-fed diet. Her dual expertise as chef and farmer ensures every animal is finished to restaurant standards while contributing to soil regeneration. “Every cow we raise is one less CAFO cow,” Martha says. “Every family we serve experiences what food tastes like when it comes from truly healthy soil.”
General Questions
Where can Provenance Farm Products be purchased
Provenance Farm offers various ways to purchase our products. You can order online and pick up Monday afternoons in Jersey City at Departed Soles Brewing Company—150 Bay St. Unit 2A, Jersey City, NJ 07302, or shop online through our website for convenient delivery to your doorstep. We are committed to providing easy access to high-quality produce, meats, poultry, and eggs. Thank you for supporting our regenerative farming practices and dedication to organic agriculture.
What does regenerative farming mean?
Regenerative farming is a holistic approach to agriculture that focuses on improving and revitalizing the health of the soil, the environment, and the community. At Provenance Farm, we understand the importance of regenerative farming in producing high-quality, nutrient-rich products. This practice goes beyond sustainable or organic farming by actively restoring degraded soil, increasing biodiversity, and reducing carbon emissions. By supporting regenerative farming, we aim to provide our customers with products that taste great and contribute to a healthier planet and community.
Can you deliver?
Yes! We offer free delivery within 15 miles of our farm in Fordland, Missouri. For 16-30 miles, there's a $25 delivery fee. For longer distances, we can arrange special delivery for larger orders.
Do you use antibiotics or hormones?
Never. Our cattle are raised without antibiotics, growth hormones, or chemical treatments of any kind. Healthy cattle raised properly don't need these interventions.
