A Working Farm

The Foundation strives to operate Bracketts as a working 515 acre farm, while contributing practical and scientific knowledge about the viability of small scale farming.

The farm keeps a Black Angus beef herd as well as a Tarentaise bred herd of 200+ animals that exemplifies "best practice" in raising grass-fed cattle. Tarantaise bred cattle grow well on grass and are known for their gentle disposition.

"Warm season" native grasses are being investigated for the feasibility of returning them to Bracketts as rotational pasture for the beef herd.

Potential "cottage industries," a key part of Bracketts success in the early 20th Century, are being investigated. Such cottage industries would be compatible with easements and the history of Bracketts Farm.