Farm Pasture Party

Merck Forest & Farmland Center staff will be opening our pastures to kick off the 2023 grazing season on Sunday, May 28

Come watch as we turn out our small flock of Romney sheep, our laying hens and our first group of meat birds.

Stroll up to the farm to share in the excitement as we kick off our 2023 grazing season. Throughout the day, forest and farm staff will be moving animals from interior, winter housing to summer pastures. Bring a picnic lunch, find a spot and share in the excitement of the day as the sheep take their first bite of fresh green grass, chicken tractors are populated, and the summer field season begins.

Merck Forest Farm staff will be on site to explain the process, answer questions and share in the excitement of the day. This is a self guided opportunity to experience one of our farm operations, rain or shine, no reservation needed.