Community Guidelines
Fern’s Meadow is a small family hobby farm and we strive to share our family’s love for local produce, home cooking, and (of course) animals through our social media channels. We view many of our close friends and biggest fans as a part of the Fern’s Meadow family and are overjoyed when the community engages with us and each other.
That said, we would like to set a few guidelines for this community to ensure that our page stays in line with our family and farm’s values:
- Please do not post offensive or vulgar material via comments, posts, photos, ect.
- Please be respectful of other members of the Fern’s Meadow community.
- Please stay positive – we are all here to have fun and enjoy the loveliness that home-grown produce and farm animals add to our lives, so let’s stay focused on the good in life!
We have yet to come into these issues, but if any of these rules are violated we reserve the right to delete comments or even ban users if there are multiple offenses.
We welcome posts and reviews about your experience with us, as well as comments on what you think about our posts and products. We are sincerely interested in what you have to add, so please share any input you may have.
Every once and awhile we may post an advertisement for our artisan goods or local produce – all of the above apply to those as well. We hope that you understand that our main goal is to share fresh produce and quality products with as many people as we can, and sponsored content is an excellent way to achieve that.
Thank you so much for being a part of this community, and feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns!
– The Fern’s Meadow Crew
Frequently Asked Questions
You say you are a small family farm, but how small are you?
We are made up of the Richardson family – Dennis (originally from Arkansas), Kristen (originally from Nebraska) and their three daughters Emma, Maggie, and Kate. In 2016 we moved to a 6.5 acre plot of land in Meriden, CT where we upgraded our small garden and chicken coop to a substantial garden, two beehives, more chickens, ducks, and of course our wonderful Nigerian Dwarf Goats.
How many goats do you have? Can you tell me more about them?
We have 5 mama goats and 6 kids. Learn more about them here: https://fernsmeadow.com/nigerian-dwarf-goats
Where can I buy your produce?
We will be at farmer’s markets across central CT once they open up, but for now we are open for pick up. For more info on the produce that is currently available send us a message with your email so we can add you to the email list: https://fernsmeadow.com/contact-us
What kind of artisan products do you make? Where can I get them?
Fern’s Meadow makes handcrafted goat’s milk soap, beeswax balm, CBD infused beeswax balm, lavender saches, and catnip saches. You can either order them from our website (https://fernsmeadow.com/shop) or pick them up at Farmer Joe’s Gardens or Beaumont Farm (both located in Wallingford).
Can I come visit your farm?
While we have yet to set up formal visitations, feel free to contact us if you would like to visit. We hope to plan small events in the future so people can see what we’ve been up to, but for now you will have to catch us at the farmer’s markets. You can also visit us if you schedule a pick up!
Do you have any recipes that use the things you grow in the garden?
We have many that we have crafted over the years and we hope to share them with you over the Summer via our social media and blogs. Stay tuned!
Do you sell your honey? What about your eggs?
Both our honey and eggs are in high demand and we have somewhat of a short supply. Before we go to the farmer’s markets we will post what will be available that day on Facebook. Also, if you join our email list you can come almost anytime in the week to pick up what is available!
Do you have goats for sale?
Every year we breed our Nigerian Dwarfs to sell for milking does, show goats, or wethers (neutered males who make wonderful pets). We currently have 4 does and 1 male for sale. For more information, call us at (203) 889-6248.
Do you sell plants?
This year we are not selling any plants, but we suggest you visit Beaumont Farm or Farmer Joe’s Gardens in Wallingford – and while you are there, check out our artisan goods!
Why should I buy local?
There are too many reasons to say in a simple FAQ, but here is an article that may help you understand the impact you can make by supporting local businesses: https://www.onegreenplanet.org/lifestyle/reasons-to-buy-local/
Emma Lao 