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Amy moving pasture-raised chickens on fresh grass at Tyner Pond Farm in Indiana

A Quick Note on Chicken Stocking Density

Most chicken stocking density standards come from indoor systems. Here’s...
3 min read
Amy working with pasture-raised chickens at Tyner Pond Farm during the International Year of the Woman Farmer

The International Year of the Woman Farmer and What It Means on Our Farm

The United Nations declared 2026 the International Year of the...
5 min read
keto meatloaf made with Tyner Pond Farm grassfed beef in a cast iron loaf pan topped with bacon

Affordable Keto Meatloaf with Grassfed Beef

This keto meatloaf is a practical way to eat local...
7 min read
High protein breakfast with grassfed beef, eggs, and greens from a local Indiana farm

Why I Stopped Intermittent Fasting and Started Eating Breakfast Again

I started intermittent fasting in 2024 and it worked. But...
4 min read
Pan-seared chicken breasts with onion, lemon, and herb sauce served on a plate

Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Lemon, Onion, and Herbs

A simple way to cook chicken breasts without drying them...
3 min read
Local pasture-raised chickens on grass in Central Indiana near Fishers and Carmel

Local Eggs in Central Indiana: What to Look For Before You Buy

Most people searching for local eggs in Central Indiana are...
4 min read
Green leafy vegetables from local Indiana farms that provide fiber on a keto diet

Where I Get Fiber on a Keto Diet

A lot of people assume keto means no fiber. That...
3 min read
Grassfed beef salad with leafy greens and olive oil dressing representing nutrient-dense real food instead of supplements

I Don’t Take Supplements. I Fixed My Food First

Do you need supplements? TynerPondFarmer explains why nutrient-dense food like...
4 min read
What my bloodwork says afer 20 months on Keto diet

What Happened When I Changed How I Eat at 64

At 65, I changed how I eat and started moving...
4 min read
Grass-fed beef steaks cooked in a cast iron pan with butter melting on top

What to Eat to Stay Full Longer

Staying full isn’t about eating more—it’s about eating differently. Meals...
3 min read
Indiana Grassfed Beef on a grill empathizing metabolic health

Why the Problem Isn’t You — It’s How Food Behaves

Many people blame themselves for constant hunger, but it’s often...
3 min read
Why The Biggest Loser Should Change Everything About How We Think About Weight

Why The Biggest Loser Should Change Everything About How We Think About Weight

The National Institutes of Health tracked 14 Biggest Loser contestants...
7 min read
Grass-fed cattle grazing on diverse pasture at Tyner Pond Farm in Greenfield, Indiana, with red barn in background

I'm a 65-Year-Old Farmer Who Gets 85% of His Calories from Grass-Fed Beef. Here's What Happened to My Inflammation Numbers.

I'm a grass-fed beef farmer. In August 2024 I switched...
5 min read
Grass-fed beef raised on pasture linked to measurable changes in human blood metabolites after a meal

What Cattle Eat May Show Up in Our Blood Within Hours

I spend a lot of time looking for research that...
4 min read
grass finished cattle grazing diverse Indiana pasture linked to higher omega 3 and vitamin E levels in beef

New Research Strengthens the Case for Pasture-Finished Beef

New scientific studies are confirming what many pasture-based farmers have...
4 min read
Pasture-raised hens on straw at Tyner Pond Farm in Central Indiana

Why More Indianapolis Families Are Buying Protein Direct From Local Farms

More families in Indianapolis and Central Indiana are looking for...
4 min read