The Maker's Meadow

The Maker's Meadow is a grass-based, regenerative family farm founded in 2002 by the Wendell Filbrun Family in West Alexandria, Ohio. What began as a simple desire to raise clean, nutrient-dense meat for their own family has grown into a mission-driven farm serving thousands of health-conscious families across the Midwest—while remaining 100% family-owned and independently operated for over two decades.

The Filbrun family operates on the principle that animals should be raised "the way God intended"—with plenty of fresh air, sunshine, and room to roam. Their 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef and lamb, forest-raised heritage pork, and pasture-raised poultry are all raised without hormones, antibiotics, or vaccines. Through rotational grazing and regenerative farming practices, they actively heal the land while producing some of the most nutrient-dense meats available: rich in Omega-3s, vitamins, and beneficial fats that only come from animals raised on pasture.

Free shipping on orders over $199 to Ohio and surrounding states, with multiple local pickup options throughout the Dayton area. The farm also offers wild-caught seafood and sells whole wheat breads made with traditional methods.

Products

• 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef (steaks, roasts, ground beef, organ meats)
• 100% grass-fed and grass-finished lamb
• Soy-free heritage pork (forest-raised)
• Pasture-raised chicken (whole birds, cuts, ground)
• Pasture-raised turkey (seasonal)
• Wild-caught seafood
• Organ meats and bone broth bones
• Traditional whole wheat breads

Why We List Them

• 100% family-owned and operated by the Filbrun family since 2002
• No corporate investors, outside ownership, or private equity involvement
• Founders remain actively involved in daily farm operations
• Over 20 years of consistent regenerative farming practices
• Transparent sourcing: all animals raised on-site or from trusted local farms
• Hormone-free, antibiotic-free, vaccine-free livestock
• Certified organic practices (not certified due to cost, but exceeds organic standards)
• Carbon-neutral meat company through regenerative land management
• Direct farm-to-consumer model maintains quality control and fair pricing
• Active in local community and farmer education