Local Family Farms & Ranches in Llano County, TX (5)

Located in Llano, Apple Valley Orchard grows apples, berries, and much more on its 32 acres. There are over 500 apple trees at Apple Valley and plenty of all the best varieties. These include Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, Mollies Delicious, Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Crispin, Jonagold and Candy Crisp. They also have blackberries, peaches, persimmons, figs and plums, but on a much smaller scale. You can also purchase honey, ice cream, homemade jams, essential oils, apple cider, and a variety of other items at their storefront. You will think that there is "nothing like getting some homemade apple cider straight from the Texas Hill Country". The orchard also has the boyhood farm home of Frank Hamer, legendary Texas Ranger responsible for tracking down Bonnie and Clyde.

The Bali Family Farm in Llano, Texas imbibes the goal of establishing a farm that gives importance to health, family, and nutrition. They employ the principles of permaculture when farming which is good for both the land and the animals. This ensures that all of the livestock that they raise on their farm are pasture-raised, and fed certified-organic grains while also taking care of the environment around them through rotational grazing.

In Llano, BLT Farm is a family-owned farm that offers 100% natural grass-fed pork, beef, chicken, and pasture-raised eggs.  Also, the owners have developed their love for ranching since birth. Moreover, their cattle and poultry have no antibiotics, growth hormones or implants, are not fed animal by-products, and no food additives or preservatives; only humanely raised. Other than that, their facility is USDA-inspected. Everything goes under their care; there are no middlemen. All of their products are TDH and USDA inspected and approved. One of the pleased customers said, "Absolutely the best quality meat and eggs! Love their attention to quality and care for their animals and customers."

Laura Hansen, the driving force behind Brangus Best Cattle Company, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Alongside her husband, StevieRay, who also boasts over 40 years in the cattle industry, Laura has leveraged her advanced degrees in Chemistry and Biology to elevate their family ranch, situated in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Passionate about raising grass-fed cattle in the open fields, the Hansens take pride in the superior quality of their Brangus Best beef. Their commitment to ethical and sustainable practices shines through, as their cattle are humanely raised, grass-fed, and grass-finished in spacious pastures, resulting in a texture and flavor profile that surpasses conventionally raised meat. Notably, Brangus Best beef stands out for its leanness, faster cooking time, and an impressive nutritional profile. With significantly higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, conjugated linoleic acids, vitamins A and E, and antioxidants, their beef offers a healthful and flavorful dining experience. For those seeking a premium, ethically sourced beef option, Brangus Best Cattle Company delivers directly from their ranch to your table. Elevate your culinary creations with the exceptional quality and nutritional benefits of Brangus Best beef by placing your order today.

Enchanted Mushrooms produces a nice selection of mushrooms at a great price.  This mushroom producer goes beyond the usual mushroom variants we know, with their "unique and hard to find" variations.  And all these are "super fresh and delicious."  Stock up on any of the Enchanted Mushrooms, which can be used in a variety of ways as well. They can also be "dehydrated and used in sauces and soups."  You can buy "them at the Pedernales Farmer’s Market off Hwy 71 by Apis Restaurant near Spicewood - Sundays 10-2."