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Category: Agricultural Vendor

  • Clawtel Ranch

    Clawtel Ranch

    Say hi to Dustin!

    About Clawtel Ranch

    Clawtel Ranch offers authentic American family products and trusted specialty foods. Their products are all handcrafted to guarantee optimal taste and quality with every bite. Specializing in an uncompromising production process, they aim to deliver a powerful flavor unlike any other. Today, they proudly present their greatest unique flavorful product, straight from their family to yours.

    Experience a world of freshness with Clawtel Ranch seafood products. From locally sourced fresh wild-caught seafood to prepped, seasoned, ready-to-cook options, they provide a diverse range of choices for seafood enthusiasts.


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  • The Farm at Bald Hill

    The Farm at Bald Hill

    Say Hi to Treasure and Justin!

    About Farm at Bald Hill

    Nestled in the Piney Woods of East Texas sits The Farm at Bald Hill, a family farm focusing on regenerative agriculture and sustainability with a goal of changing the way people eat.

    Justin grew up splitting time between Houston and East Texas. As much as he loved the city life, the country always had his heart. Influenced by family and friends at a young age, he was inspired by the benefits of eating healthy but it wasn’t until a few years ago that he started digging into the root of what that truly means and how to get there. He did a lot of reading and research. And a lot of (mostly healthy) eating. Seeking a major life change, he sold his IT company and decided it was time to move to the country and get his hands dirty.

    Treasure grew up in Louisiana with nothing close to a green thumb or a farm upbringing. She’s always cared tremendously about nutrition and the environment so it makes perfect sense that this is the avenue in which her life has taken. She’s currently seeking a masters in sustainability with a focus on agriculture in hopes of helping other farms shift to regenerative practices.

    When did you first get started?

    2018!

    What inspired you to start your business?

    We both wanted a life and career change. A shift to something that would make an impact on both our health, the health of our community and the environment. It’s hard work and we have no idea what a “vacation” is but it’s worth it. Getting to meet so many incredible people on a regular basis who are likeminded when it comes to values around food production and health is the best part of this journey.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    All of it!

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    Treasure grew up in Lafayette, Louisiana and Justin in Houston, Texas

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    Treasure has a side hustle as an unofficial king cake reviewer. Justin is the reigning high kick champ among those who have the honor of experiencing.


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  • Grow4Health

    Grow4Health

    Say hi to Siok-Hong!

    About Grow4Health

    In 1984, after 4 years in the US, I graduated from Texas A&M at Galveston Moody campus with a Bachelor of Science degree and started a professional degree in the environmental industry as a chemist and later on as a project manager managing software deployment overseas. Fast track to present day, I am back in the environmental industry working on Rcra / EPA waste disposal. In 2017 I tinkered with growing microgreens while between jobs. Over 5 years later, I run a part time microgreens farmers market business and thoroughly enjoy it. In a few years, when I retire from my professional world, this part time gig will ease into full time. A nice ending to doing what I love.

    When did you first get started?

    2018

    What inspired you to start your business?

    I wanted to grow my own healthy food.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    Wasabi mustard microgreens and my Kamut Energy bars.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    1962 — I came into this world at a hospital in a small city called Sarikei on Borneo island.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    I love growing obviously. I run, do dragon boat, love to cook, and love helping people source great food. I also love traveling and watching nature shows.


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  • Heleyon Sheep & Cattle Co., LLC

    Heleyon Sheep & Cattle Co., LLC

    Say hi to Haley & David!

    About Heleyon Sheep & Cattle

    We are on a mission to provide heart healthy, grass-fed beef, lamb, pork and chicken to those seeking to support local family farms, sustainable farming practices, and the humane treatment of animals. That’s why we are opening our gates to provide farm fresh, seasonally produced meat beyond our own table. Our animals are born and sustainably grazed throughout their lives on beautiful pastures and forests filled with nutrient rich forage. We care about our customers. Most of you are our friends. We want to extend our hand and invite you to join us as we come alongside other farmers throughout the nation who are making a commitment to raise livestock with integrity.


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  • Jolly Farms

    Jolly Farms

    Say hi to Jill & Kevin!

    About Jolly Farms

    We raise meat bird chickens. They are pasture raised, non GMO fed, and are delicious! We sell whole birds and all types of parts. And even dehydrated chicken parts for dogs! They are hormone, antibiotic free, and raised on our family farm. We get the chicks when they are one day old, and bring them to our farm, and they live a natural chicken life. They are processed and inspected in a state facility where they are processed by hand , and only fresh running water is used during that process. The most humane way possible is used in processing the chickens. Thus all these natural things make our chickens truly the best. Once you eat one of our chickens, you will know the difference immediately. Delicious and so very healthy. They are truly all natural chickens.

    When did you first get started?

    My son and I started this endeavor in 2014, just to have healthy chickens for our family. But that soon grew to our friends, and over the years to so many satisfied customers. We have increased our flock several times over the years to keep up with the demand. But even with all our growth, we are still a family farm….just so much more efficient raising chickens. We have not wavered from our principles of raising all natural chickens all these years.

    What inspired you to start your business?

    Since we had some land, we just decided to see if we could raise chickens….and we could!

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    For the first several years, we only sold whole chickens. But we finally did begin selling the parts as so many customers wanted them. It is wonderful to be able to offer all chicken parts, so more people are able to get our healthy chickens on a smaller scale to fit their lifestyle.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    I was born and raised – and raised my two sons – in Pasadena. After they grew up, I moved to Alvin and bought some land. Very soon thereafter, they both moved to Alvin also. They both still live here, along with my three grandsons. What more could a mother ask for?

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    I am an animal lover, and have rescued so many pets over my lifetime. Although I was raised in the city, I love farm life. I love being on the farm with our array of animals, and love coming home to all my rescued dogs and cats. Living in a small town has been wonderful.


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  • The Mushroom Factory

    The Mushroom Factory

    Say hi to Brenda & Frank!

    About The Mushroom Factory

    Frank grew up in a small town with deep farming roots and Brenda, having grown up in Houston, always dreamed of having some land to grow her own food and raise some livestock. When they met, they quickly realized that they shared a dream and set out to grow healthy and delicious food, not just for themselves but for their community.

    When did you first get started?

    We started The Mushroom Factory in 2019.

    What inspired you to start your business?

    Our love of farming and the desire to chart our own path.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    I have a soft spot for Oysters and Shiitake. They were the first mushrooms we learned to grow.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    Frank was born and raised in Canada and Brenda was born in Chicago but raised in Texas.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    I (Brenda) am a first generation farmer!


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  • Sustainable Vegetable Garden

    Sustainable Vegetable Garden

    Say hi to Elyzert (Ely) Ngouelet!

    About sustainable vegetable garden

    My name is Elyzert Ngouelet, born in the Republic of Congo, Central Africa. I grew up in the back side of the country, in a small town named Mossendjo, where growing vegetables and breeding are the main activities. I came to America in 2007, attended Houston Community College ESL program from 2008-2010, and attended Houston Community College (Instrumentation and Processes) industry from 2010-2014.

    When did you first get started?

    In 2016 with the assistance of USDA through a small financial aide for material acquisition.

    What inspired you to start your business?

    Attending various orientations on business in Houston Community College inspired me to grow vegetables as a business as it was possible with small financing.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    Cotton Seed meal is my favorite fertilizer.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    The Republic of Congo.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    Don’t eat, feed your body.


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