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Think You Know Your Food? Take the Back Forty Food Challenge!
How much do you really know about the food on your table? We created the Back Forty Food Challenge to make learning about food a little more fun. Test yourself on Food Myths, Label Detective, Nutrition, Farm Smarts, Food Preservation, and Farm vs. Store. With 300 questions in the challenge, every round gives you 10 random questions—so you can come back and play again without getting the same quiz every time. Think you know your food? Put your knowledge to the test and see if

Ronald Kern
5 days ago1 min read


From Our Garden to the Mortar & Pestle: Organic Kale Powder
We have something new coming from the garden at Back Forty Farms, and this one truly surprised us. Organic Freeze-Dried Kale Powder is coming to the Country Store! We start with organic kale grown right here on the farm. After harvesting, the kale is freeze-dried and then hand-ground in small batches using a mortar and pestle. No fillers. No preservatives. No added ingredients. Just 100% organic kale. Don't Let 1 Ounce Fool You This was the part that surprised us. Before grin

Ronald Kern
Aug 202 min read


Shopping Just Got Easier & 20% Off
We’ve made a big improvement to our online Country Store! With almost 50 products available, scrolling through everything was becoming a little overwhelming. So, we’ve reorganized our store to make finding your favorites faster and easier. You can now shop by category, including Fruits, Vegetables, Eggs, Dairy, Meals, Proteins, Tea & Honey, Herbs & Tinctures, Pets, and more. Check out Most Popular to quickly find some of our best sellers. TODAY ONLY (8/18): 20% OFF!

Ronald Kern
Aug 181 min read


We Have a Winner! Who Won Our $50 Back Forty Farms Contest?
The guesses came pouring in from YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, and we loved seeing everyone take their best shot at guessing the total weight of our Back Forty Farms morning harvest! After gathering the entries from all four platforms and comparing every guess to the actual weight, we found our winner. 🎉 Congratulations to Sherri from Kuna! 🎉 She guessed 28.3lbs Sherri came the closest and won a $50 Back Forty Farms Gift Certificate! A huge thank you to everyone

Ronald Kern
Aug 151 min read


Can You Guess the Weight? Win a $50 Gift Certificate!
Why not have some fun this Saturday? We want to give someone a $50 Gift Certificate! Watch the video above to see our morning harvest and put your guess in the comments of the YouTube video. All contest rules are in the description, please make sure you read them. Entries close on Wednesday, 8/12 - Winner(s) announced 8/13. Veteran owned & family operated www.BFFIdaho.com

Ronald Kern
Aug 81 min read


⏰ Ends Tomorrow: Everything Is 27% OFF
Today is the 27th, and as we wrap up another month at Back Forty Farms, we wanted to do something fun. For today and tomorrow only, we're giving you 27% OFF every product in our Country Store. Why 27%? Because today is the 27th, and it's our Month-End Sale! Whether you've been wanting to stock up on freeze-dried foods, raw honey, teas, tinctures, herbs, or try something new, this is the perfect time. We also have several items back in stock that have been sold out for

Ronald Kern
Jul 271 min read


July 2026 Newsletter - Homestead Herald
Well, time flies for sure! It's been a minute since we've written a newsletter, so grab a cup of coffee and let's get you caught up on all the goings-on around here.

Ronald Kern
Jul 172 min read


Our Nest Egg Sale Is Here! 20% Savings!
Our Nest Egg Sale Is Here! Happy Wednesday Friends! It's time to build your pantry with one of our most popular products! For a limited time, enjoy 20% OFF our farm-fresh freeze-dried eggs during our Nest Egg Sale. Enjoy this discount on ALL sizes! (No coupon code needed) Our freeze-dried eggs are: • Made from eggs right here at Back Forty Farms, organic as they can get! • Perfect for camping, baking, everyday cooking, or long-term food storage • Easy to store with a

Ronald Kern
Jul 151 min read


Celebrate Freedom with 17.76% Off
This year marks America's 250th celebration, and we wanted to honor the courage, sacrifice, and faith that helped shape our nation. From today through Sunday, enjoy 17.76% off everything! Simply use coupon code "1776" at checkout. Visit our Country Store to save now. If you share a love for American history, we invite you to explore Ron's Patriot Power Podcast and his Young Patriots book series. Preserving the stories of the men and women who fought for our freedom has become

Ronald Kern
Jul 11 min read


35 Years is 35% off for you!
Lisa and I are celebrating 35 years of marriage tomorrow, and just like a farm, a strong marriage is built one day at a time through faith, hard work, patience, and dedication. For 35 years, we've been blessed to grow together, raise a family, and build the life we love here on the farm. To celebrate this special milestone, we're sharing the joy with you. Enjoy 35% OFF storewide starting at midnight tonight until midnight tomorrow as our way of saying thank you for supporting

Ronald Kern
Jun 71 min read


Sunshine, Fresh Air and 15% Off
Summer is here, and the farm is buzzing with life. OUR BARN IS 111 YEARS OLD! The gardens are growing fast, the animals are enjoying the sunshine, and our shelves are stocked with many of the handcrafted and farm-grown products you love most. From freeze-dried favorites to small-batch goods made right here on the farm, it’s one of our favorite times of the year. To celebrate the season, we’re offering 15% OFF all products. Whether you’ve been wanting to try something new, sto

Ronald Kern
May 121 min read


More Papa, More!
It's been a little while since we put out a new song, but today we remedied that! My granddaughter loves to be pushed in a swing, and this song is about these special memories, and what she says the entire time! You can click here to listen to it (give it a second or two to pop up) and listen and read along with the lyrics too, or click the photo below. All of our songs can be found here.

Ronald Kern
Apr 271 min read


Back Forty Farms Featured on YouTube | Our Story, Our Mission
I recently had the opportunity to be interviewed about Back Forty Farms, and I wanted to share it with you. It's a short watch, so I hope you take a few minutes to gain further insight, and provide feedback as well. If you’ve ever wondered what makes Back Forty Farms different, this will give you a clear look behind the scenes. This conversation goes deeper than just what we sell. It’s about why we do what we do. We talk about how our farm operates, why we believe in truly c

Ronald Kern
Apr 231 min read


From Field to Cup • Limited Dandelion Harvest
When most see "weeds," we see something different. Something powerful. It takes hundreds of hand-picked flowers to fill a single bag of our freeze-dried dandelion flowers. Every bloom is harvested at peak, by hand , right here on our farm. No sprays. No chemicals. No pesticides. No shortcuts. Just clean, nutrient-rich flowers the way nature intended. This is one of the most labor-intensive products we offer , which is why we only release it in small batches . And e

Ronald Kern
Apr 151 min read


A Little Irish Luck from the Farm ☘️ 17% Off
Just in case you missed our email, we are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a little Irish luck. Enjoy 17% off everything in our Country Store with code LUCKY17 . This offer ends March 17 at midnight. Want to receive special offers like this first? Join our free farm member list here . Blessings, Back Forty Farms

Ronald Kern
Mar 161 min read


Simple Ingredients. Powerful Nutrition. 25% Off Organic Freeze-Dried Corn and Peas
If you care about what goes into your body, your pantry matters. Right now we are offering 25% off our organic freeze-dried peas and organic freeze-dried corn. This is a great opportunity to stock up on two of the most versatile, nutrient-dense vegetables you can keep on hand. No coupon code needed! No limit! Just organic vegetables grown the way food should be grown. Nutritional Benefits of Organic Peas Peas are small, but they carry serious nutrition. • Plant-based protei

Ronald Kern
Feb 122 min read


20% Off Everything + 50% Off Baby Food (Ends Saturday)
This is one of those “don’t wait” moments. For a very limited time , you can save 20% on everything in our store , and 50% on all baby food . Both offers end Saturday , and once that clock runs out, they’re done. 20% Off Storewide Use coupon code FEB20 at checkout to take 20% off your entire order ! This applies to all products across the store, making it a great time to restock favorites or try something new you’ve had your eye on. Almost everything is in stock too! Click

Ronald Kern
Feb 41 min read


A Quick Store Update: Strong Inventory and Lower Shipping
There’s something reassuring about knowing what you need is available when you’re ready to order. Right now, 97% of our products are in stock and ready to ship. We’ve worked hard behind the scenes to keep shelves full, quality consistent, and orders sent out promptly. We’ve also lowered our flat-rate shipping by 25% across the store. That change came from streamlining packing, tightening fulfillment, and absorbing part of the cost ourselves, not from cutting quality or chan

Ronald Kern
Jan 151 min read


Introducing Two New Staples: Organic Raw Goat & Cow Milk
We’re excited to introduce two new additions to our store: Organic Raw Goat & Cow Milk. These are traditional, whole-food dairy options valued for their natural nutrition, minimal processing, and time-tested role in a balanced diet. While both come from different animals, each offers unique nutritional strengths and benefits. Here’s a closer look at what makes each one special and how to decide which may be right for you and your family. Use coupon code "MILK15" and save 15%

Ronald Kern
Jan 92 min read


December Newsletter: Homestead Herald
2025 is behind us, and we hope your Christmas and New Year are starting off blessed. We’re thankful for each of you who supported Back Forty Farms and made this past year possible. Below is a quick update on our December life on the farm. Our lights are off our fence and house, but the tree is still standing. We just want it to last apparently. The new pet treats seem to be a hit! We still have some but once gone they are gone for the season. Organic pork liver/hearts an

Ronald Kern
Jan 32 min read
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