— from Joan and Gwen Stamm —
Every year people go to Coffelt Farm to celebrate the birth of new born lambs. It is truly a life affirming event that ushers in spring. But do people realize that in a few short weeks these same lambs will be slaughtered for human consumption? Generally, the slaughtering process entails bringing an animal down a chute, they are stunned and once they fall they are bled out.
How much more life affirming it would be if people turned away from eating animals to eating a plant-based diet. It has been scientifically proven that it is not necessary to eat animals to meet our protein needs and sustain our health. In fact it is not only healthier for humans to reduce or eliminate meat consumption, but it is also healthier for the planet. Allowing these animals to live out their natural life (10-12 years) would be much more life affirming and truly something to celebrate.
We agree!!
Sounds like a true “city folk”.
So do we!
Looks like you’re getting your wish. This will leave a big hole in our community.
—From Coffelt Farm Stewards
Dear Members of our Community,
The Coffelt Farm Stewards, staff and volunteers thank you for your support of our efforts to remain a viable organization.
The arrangement of the Coffelt Farm Stewards operating on county owned property is complex and layered.
At yesterday’s Land Bank Meeting, the Land Bank Commissioner’s voted unanimously, declining to fund the infrastructure and housing needs we require to continue.
We will begin dismantling the farm operations immediately, asking for your patience and support with this sad task. The farm stand hours may vary from normal. Please know we are doing our best as we move forward.
Again, our deepest gratitude for your support. It has been our privilege to provide education, outreach and healthy food for our community.
Your support, along with over 950 citizens and 30 farms, has been heartwarming to all of us.
Thank you,
Coffelt Farm Stewards