May 2026 - 6 Month State of the Ranch Report
One of our longtime followers mentioned this weekend that they missed our old farm progress updates, so here's a look at what we've been building behind the scenes at Dos Lobos Ranch.
Author: Heather Brink
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Soil Series #4: What Weeds Can Tell Us About Soil Health
When most people see weeds in a pasture, the first reaction is usually frustration. But on a regenerative farm, weeds often tell a much more interesting story.
Soil Series #3: Why Dung Beetles Are Some of the Hardest Workers on Our Ranch
When most people think about improving soil, they imagine tractors, compost, or fertilizer. But some of the most important soil builders on our ranch are much smaller.
Soil Series #2: What Bale Grazing Actually Does to Soil
One of the fastest ways weâve improved soil on our ranch is something that looks surprisingly simple: We feed hay directly on the pasture.
Soil Series #1: What Is Soil Organic Matter (and Why It Matters on Our Ranch)
If you follow regenerative agriculture conversations, youâll hear the phrase âsoil organic matterâ over and over again. But what does it actually mean?
Best Cuts of Kunekune Pork
Kunekune pork is prized for its fat and flavor, making certain cuts especially desirable.
Why Small Farms Are the Hidden Gold Mine for Restaurant-Quality, Nutrient-Dense Food
If youâve ever had a steak at a high-end restaurant and thought, âWhy doesnât mine taste like this at home?â â youâre not alone.
Kunekune Pork for the Carnivore Community
Why This Heritage Pork May Be One of the Most Nutrient-Dense Meats You Can Eat
Pasture Raised Eggs vs Cage Free Eggs -- The Labels Explained Simply
Most confusion comes from assuming these are quality levels. They are actually housing descriptions.
Grocery Store Beef vs Grass Fed Beef
Both grocery store beef and grass fed beef come from cattle. The differences come from how the animal lived before harvest â not from processing after.
Building Soil at Dos Lobos Ranch: What 3 Years of Regenerative Farming Has Actually Done
When people hear âregenerative agriculture,â they often imagine overnight transformation. Thatâs not how it works. So we want to show you what soil building actually looks like â year by year â on a real working farm.
đ§Œ How to Render Pork Fat for Soap Making (Step-by-Step Guide)
If youâre making homemade soap, one of the best traditional ingredients you can use is lard made from high-quality pork fat. Rendering your own fat gives you full control over purity, texture, and performance in your final soap bars. In this guide, weâll walk you through how to render pork fat for soap making, including tips for getting clean, odor-free lard that produces a smooth, long-lasting bar.