Our Farm

Mike and I are glad you have dropped by for a visit.
Sit back, relax and let us tell you a little about our family farm.

Homesteaded in 1867 by Knut Angrimson the farm was the first homestead in Big Bend Township located in Chippewa County. Grandpa Oscar moved to the farm in 1933 and later purchased it in 1942. Relying on various small grains and corn he incorporated livestock into his livelihood. Oscar and his wife, Alice, raised a family of three children, passing the farm along to his son Dave and wife Diane, the tradition continued of livestock and crop farming.
Mike & I have become the third generation of his family to farm this land continuing the tradition of livestock which has included milk cows, beef cows, chickens, pigs, sheep, horses, goats, and now, even a llama named "Clyde". Organically managing 364 acres we raise corn, oats, alfalfa and soybeans. Plans next year include adding organic wheat, flax, and various edible beans. Assisting the family on the farm is "Blu" our Australian Cattle dog (aka: Blue Heeler) and a Great Pyrenees "Bailie". The dogs aid us in moving and guarding our sheep and chickens. Our dependable quarterhorse "Shanda" helps us manage our cattle. Instilling in our three children the values of farm life, we hope to continue the family farm traditions.

Dedicated to:
A natural organic lifestyle
and co-existing with, rather than dominating nature's ecosystem
we offer you the opportunity to purchase the following products

Naturally fed Hormone-Free Chicken, Lamb & Beef
Organic Soybeans, Corn & Alfalfa
Honey, Eggs, Fleece for Spinning

Riverdale Farm
Mike & Jen Berven
Milan, MN 56262
320-269-8749

Please feel free to contact us at our e-mail address riverdale@maxminn.com

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