Carhan Farm

We acquired almost 300 acres in Putnam County, GA in 2013. With a great appreciation for conservation and land preservation, we planned to restore our farm and preserve it for future generations. As our passion for the land grew, we realized an opportunity to raise grass-fed, natural cattle on our pastures. We are now proud to offer our top quality beef at local markets and restaurants. In March 2013, Tom and Alex Pearson purchased 300 acres in Putnam County: the Dairy Capital of Georgia.  The farm had been owned and run as a dairy farm until the 1980's, when it was sold in two parcels to friends who used the land for hunting and fishing—maintaining the fields for hay production. In 2003, it went into an Estate and was minimally maintained until 10 years later when the Pearsons purchased the majority of the two parcels consisting of approximately 70% pasture and 30% woods. Conservation, restoration and good stewardship of the land was the priority. Perry Dykes, a long-time friend, suggested raising beef cattle on the land. With his expertise, enthusiasm and guidance we grew the herd to over 140 cows and calves. Sadly Perry passed away unexpectedly in September 2021. As we grieved the loss of our good friend and partner, a close friend of Perry’s stepped in to help. Austin Nix has an agricultural degree from Mississippi State University and works locally in the management of an egg production facility but his real passion is raising cattle. We are grateful that Austin now brings his expertise to help us manage and improve our farm. Our beef is hormone, antibiotic and steroid-free. They are 100% pasture-raised on herbicide-free grass using rotational grazing to maximize the forage and health of the land. The cattle are born, raised and spend their entire life on these pastures. We invite you to come out to our farm and see how our animals are raised.