where good farming and stories grow alongside each other
We tend pasture, love Jesus, raise animals, and build a community around the everyday work of farming and stewardship. It's not polished here and certainly not staged. It's real life as it happens, and we're glad to share it with you.
"A family farm nestled in southern Minnesota — home to Great Heritage Farm LLC, grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and other farm-grown goodies."
what's growing here
A little bit of everything good
From on-farm events to fresh-from-the-pasture food, Storybook Farm is a place for families, neighbors, and curious souls to connect with the land.
Great Heritage Farm LLC
Grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and farm-grown goodies raised right here on our 144 acres. Real food, raised with love.
We host events through community partners throughout the year. Come for the fun, stay for the fresh air and good people.
Community & Connection
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our story
Always make time for some play along with the work
Storybook Farm sits on 144 acres in southern Minnesota. This land has been worked, loved, prayed over, and slowly transformed into something we are overjoyed to steward.
We are a Christian family farm, home to Benjamin, Leah, and their five kids — along with cows, pigs, lambs, ducks, chickens, and a few sassy ponies.
We sell our food under the seal of Great Heritage Farm LLC, offering grass-fed beef, pastured pork, eggs, and more. We believe in food raised close to creation and love being able to shake the hands of the families we feed.
"We are stronger together."
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what folks are saying
Words from our people
"My daughters love visiting your farm. The girls loved being able to bottle feed lambs, hold a baby chick, walk an alpaca! We just never know what new experience to expect."
— Mandy, Raw Milk & Eggs Customer
"Visiting the farm is always such a peaceful experience. Our family loves the fresh milk, and the leg of lamb was an absolute treat. We treasure the opportunity to slow down and connect."
— Jon, Raw Milk & Lamb Customer
"My daughter tells everyone at church she drinks milk from a real cow. It makes me smile. So thankful our family feels connected to the source of our food."
— Anna, Raw Milk Customer
our farm store
Ready to fill your freezer?
Head on over to Great Heritage Farm LLC to browse our grass-fed beef, pastured pork, A2 raw milk, and more. Real food, raised with intention.
A relaxed, circle-learning ukulele course held right here on the farm — outdoors, with our goats, sheep, and ponies watching from the adjacent pasture. All instruments provided on-site, and families are welcome to stay and observe.
The course wraps up with a celebratory showcase concert for families and friends (15–25 guests). Students perform what they've learned, snacks and drinks are provided, and every participant receives a Hawaiian lei to mark the occasion.
Jul
7
Community Workshop · Winthrop Public Library
One-Day Ukulele Workshop
July 7, 2026Winthrop Public LibraryOpen to All
A one-day, open-to-all ukulele workshop hosted at the Winthrop Public Library. Drop in, pick up a uke, and learn something new. Details coming soon.
Jul
24
Minnesota Women in Conservation · Great Heritage Farm
The wonderful women of Minnesota Women in Conservation are hosting an evening pasture tour right here at Great Heritage Farm. Walk the farm, meet the animals, and get a real look at how a multi-species operation works as a living system — where the dairy cows feed the pigs, the beef cattle wake up the soil, and the chickens handle cleanup duty on the cow patties (glamorous work, truly).
We'll wrap it up with a learning circle and pizza. Whether you're farming curious or looking for connection with other women who love the land — this evening is for you. Come hang out, leave with new friends and maybe a few new ideas.
Come see how one farm is using virtual fencing to expand its grazing operation onto cropland. This field day will walk through what they've learned — from planning and establishment to grazing management — and how virtual fencing fits into the system.
out in the field
Find Leah
Leah serves as Event Coordinator for MNGLCA (Minnesota Grazing Lands Conservation Association) and can be found at events across the state. Come say hello — she'd love to meet you.
May–Jun
Series
MNGLCA
GrazeHERS — Grazing Education for Women in Livestock
Thursdays at Noon: May 14, 21, 28 & June 4 (Zoom) + Field Day June 11 or 16Virtual + On-farm (Sleepy Eye or Blackduck, MN)
A hands-on learning series for women in livestock and grazing. Build practical skills in pasture management, soil health, and grazing planning through online sessions and field experiences.
May
19
MNGLCA
Virtual Fencing & Dairy Grazing Field Day
May 19, 2026West Central Research & Outreach Center, Morris, MN
Explore dairy grazing management and virtual fencing technology with Dr. Bradley Heins. Includes a farm tour and demonstration of NoFence collars in action.
Jun
9
MNGLCA
Feathers on the Farm: Grazing Field Day
June 9, 2026Rock Dell Forage Farms, Stewartville, MN
Learn how grazing lands support prairie bird habitat through a guided bird walk and conservation-focused grazing practices.
Jul
13
MNGLCA
Virtual Fencing & Beef Grazing Field Day
July 13, 2026Blue Dirt Farm, Blue Earth, MN
Explore beef grazing systems and virtual fencing with producer Scott Hasse. Includes a pasture tour and practical grazing strategies.
Jun–Jul
Series
MNGLCA
Grazing School 2026
Thursdays at Noon: June 25, July 2, 9, 16 (Zoom) + Field Day July 27 or 30Virtual + On-farm (Duluth Farming Co., Duluth OR Grover Land & Cattle, Harmony, MN)
A multi-session grazing education program covering pasture management, fencing, water systems, and grazing ecology with hands-on field learning.
Sep
23–24
MNGLCA / NatGLC
Grazing the Heartland — NatGLC Bus Tour
September 23–24, 2026Departs Sioux Falls, SD (through SD, NE, MN)
A regional bus tour visiting innovative grazing operations across three states, highlighting grassland systems and producer innovation.
Oct
13
MNGLCA — Right Here!
Virtual Fencing & Cover Crop Grazing Field Day
October 13, 2026Great Heritage Farm, Winthrop, MN
Learn how virtual fencing enables grazing on cropland and cover crops, with practical demonstrations and system design insights. This one's on our farm — come see us!
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"We are stronger together." — Leah & the Great Heritage Farm family
