Oak Hollow Livestock

What Oak Hollow Livestock does

Oak Hollow Livestock is a small, family-owned livestock farm in Shelburne, Massachusetts, founded in 2006 by Carl and Sara Davis and operated with their five children. The farm raises a diversified portfolio of registered Fullblood Boer goats, Saanen dairy goats, Mini Rex and American Chinchilla rabbits, Cayuga and Muscovy ducks, Black Copper Marans chickens, and Maremma Sheepdog livestock guardians, several of which are heritage breeds on the Livestock Conservancy's priority list. Its husbandry is grounded in regenerative practices, including management-intensive rotational grazing, strategic browsing, soil regeneration through manure application, and an emerging silvopasture program targeting carbon sequestration.

The business model is direct-to-consumer and transactional, with revenue drawn from sale of registered breeding stock (frequently off a waiting list), meat shares (pork, chicken, goat, lamb, duck, rabbit), stud and breeding services including frozen semen, hatching eggs and chicks, and selectively placed Maremma guardian puppies. Pricing is unit-based with deposits to hold animals (50% non-refundable) and balance due on pickup; Boer buck kids start at $600 and commercial meat kids are priced at a small premium over market. Distribution is via farm pickup by appointment, with live poultry and rabbits not shipped, and breeding stock shipped nationwide with documentation. Online ordering runs on a GoDaddy-hosted site with PayPal payments; the company also sells through email newsletter, Instagram, and Facebook, and is integrated into ABGA, ADGA, ARBA, 4-H, and CISA networks. NPIP certification supports legal poultry and hatching egg sales, and the Saanen dairy program is described as a very small personal-milk operation.

Name

Oak Hollow Livestock

Legal name

Oak Hollow Livestock

Website

https://oakhollowlivestock.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Oak Hollow Livestock is a family farm in Shelburne, Massachusetts that raises registered Boer and Saanen goats, heritage rabbits and ducks, chickens, and Maremma guardian dogs, selling breeding stock, meat, and breeding services directly to local consumers and farmers nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heritage Breed Livestock and Pasture-Raised Meat

NAICS

Sheep and Goat Farming (1124), Goat Farming (112420), Hog and Pig Farming (11221), Fur-Bearing Animal and Rabbit Production (112930), Broilers and Other Meat Type Chicken Production (112320)

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200), Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Organic/Regenerative Sheep & Goat Production (AFAEAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Organic Specialty & Alternative Livestock Production (e.g., rabbits, bison, camelids) (AFAEAMAJ), Organic & Pasture-Raised Hog Farming (AFAEAEAI), Heritage/Specialty Breed Hog Farming (AFAEAEAJ), Organic Sheep & Goat Production (AFAEAMAE)

Keywords

• Heritage breed livestock
• Registered breeding stock
• Pasture-raised meat
• Livestock guardian dogs
• Farm direct sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Shelburne Falls

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Live Animal Sales - Breeding Stock: Sale of registered Fullblood Boer goats, Saanen dairy goats, Mini Rex and American Chinchilla rabbits. Animals sold as breeding stock, show prospects, or pets. Commercial meat kids also sold.
2. Meat Sales: Direct sales of pork, chicken, goat, lamb, duck, and rabbit meat to local community. Supply is limited. Online ordering available with farm pickup.
3. Stud/Breeding Service: Bucks available for driveway breeding or breeding lease. Saanen bucks offered for driveway breeding to approved does. Frozen semen also available from select bucks.
4. Poultry and Eggs: Hatching eggs from Black Copper Marans, Cayuga and Muscovy ducklings, and chicks available for sale. Live poultry sold through online reservation system.
5. Maremma Sheepdog Puppies: Livestock guardian puppies from carefully selected working parents. Puppies placed in working homes with selective placement process. 2026 litter planned.
6. Custom Meat Shares: Half pork shares reserved with deposit, balance due at pickup. Custom processed meat products offered to customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Oak Hollow Livestock is a small family farm that raises, breeds, and sells heritage breed livestock, poultry, and pasture-raised meat directly to consumers. Core offerings include registered Fullblood Boer goats, Saanen dairy goats, Mini Rex and American Chinchilla rabbits, Maremma Sheepdog livestock guardian puppies, Cayuga and Muscovy ducks, Black Copper Marans chickens, and farm-raised meat (pork, chicken, goat, lamb, duck, rabbit) sold via farm pickup and the farm's own online store.

Product overview

Oak Hollow Livestock is a small family farm offering a diversified portfolio of livestock and poultry products. The core offerings include registered breeding stock (Fullblood Boer goats, Saanen dairy goats, Mini Rex and American Chinchilla rabbits, Maremma sheepdogs) and poultry (Cayuga ducks, Muscovy ducks, Black Copper Marans chickens). The farm also sells farm-raised meat products including pork, chicken, goat, lamb, duck, and rabbit. Supporting services include breeding services for Boer and Saanen goats. Several breeds including American Chinchilla rabbits and Cayuga ducks are listed on the Livestock Conservancy's priority list as heritage breeds at risk of extinction.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fullblood Boer Goats Purebred Boer goats registered with the American Boer Goat Association, bred for meat production with emphasis on fast growth, correct conformation, parasite resistance, and maternal ability in a forage-based system; sold as breeding stock, show prospects, and commercial meat kids.
• Saanen Dairy Goats ADGA-registered Saanen dairy goats selected for high milk production, calm dispositions, and ease of hand milking, sold as breeding stock from a small program.
• Mini Rex Rabbits Pedigreed Mini Rex rabbits in self, otter, and silver marten varieties, suitable for breeding, show, and pet placement, maturing around 4 pounds with velvety soft fur.
• American Chinchilla Rabbits Heritage breed rabbits maturing 10-11 pounds, developed for their beautiful chinchilla-colored coat and efficient growth; listed on the Livestock Conservancy priority list as a breed at risk of extinction.
• Cayuga Ducks Heritage duck breed listed on the Livestock Conservancy watch list, known for iridescent beetle-green sheen, hardy nature, and calm temperament; dual purpose for dark egg production and meat, with drakes averaging 8 pounds.
• Muscovy Ducks Heavy, fast-growing heritage meat duck breed not descended from mallards, featuring a distinctive red mask around bill and eyes, with drakes reaching up to 18 pounds; known for excellent foraging and mothering abilities.
• Black Copper Marans Heritage chicken breed with feathered legs and striking black-and-copper coloring; hens lay dark chocolate-colored eggs, available as hatching eggs and day-old chicks from a limited supply.
• Maremma Sheepdogs Livestock guardian dogs registered with the Maremma Sheepdog Club of America, bred for working ability and stable temperament and socialized with livestock and poultry for non-lethal predator control; puppies placed selectively in working homes.
• Farm-raised Meat Sustainable protein including pork, chicken, goat, lamb, duck, and rabbit raised on the farm with controlled care, feed, and medications; sold directly to local community via online ordering and farm pickup, with intentionally limited supply.
• Boer Goat Stud / Breeding Service Stud service with Boer bucks available for outside service through driveway breeding or breeding lease arrangements, supporting outside does from other farms.
• Saanen Buck Driveway Breeding Service Driveway breeding service to Saanen bucks for approved outside does, including access to frozen semen from select premium bucks.

Quantifiable outcome

• 58%+ dressing percentage (vs. 45-50% industry average)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The Livestock ConservancyminorOthersThe Livestock Conservancy's priority list of heritage breeds guides Oak Hollow's breed preservation efforts. Several breeds raised (Cayuga ducks, American Chinchilla rabbits) are on the Conservancy's priority list and considered at risk of extinction.
• Community Involved in Sustaining AgricultureminorOthersLocal Massachusetts organization supporting sustainable agriculture. Oak Hollow displays their logo as a resource for customers.
• Massachusetts 4-H ProgramminorOthersYouth development program through UMass Amherst Extension. The Davis family's children participate, and Madison's involvement with waterfowl and rabbits connects the farm to this youth agriculture network.
• American Boer Goat Association (ABGA)coreOthersIndustry association for Boer goats in the US. Sara Davis serves as regional director representing northeastern US members. All Boer goats registered with ABGA.
• American Dairy Goat Association (ADGA)coreOthersRegistry for Saanen dairy goats. All Saanen goats are ADGA registered with documented pedigrees.
• American Rabbit Breeder's Association (ARBA)coreOthersNational rabbit breed registry. The Davis children show rabbits at ARBA youth shows and all rabbits are pedigreed with ear tattoos.
• American Consortium for Small Ruminant Parasite ControlminorOthersResearch and education organization for sustainable parasite control. Provides FAMACHA training and other parasite management resources referenced in Oak Hollow's herd management.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Grazin' Farm: Small family farm raising heritage breed cattle, pigs, and poultry on rotational pasture in upstate New York with farm-store and restaurant-direct sales. Comparable to Oak Hollow in heritage breed focus, family-labor scale, and direct-to-customer motion.
• Polyface Farm: Family-run regenerative multi-species farm in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley raising cattle, pigs, poultry, and rabbits on pasture with direct-to-consumer sales. Most directly comparable to Oak Hollow in operating philosophy (regenerative, family-labor, multi-species) and direct-to-consumer motion.
• Seven Sons Family Farm: Multi-species family farm in Indiana raising cattle, pigs, sheep, and poultry on rotational pasture with direct-to-consumer meat sales and regenerative practices. Comparable to Oak Hollow in family-operated scale, species diversification, and pasture-based GTM.
• Elmwood Stock Farm: Certified-organic diversified family farm in Kentucky raising beef, poultry, pork, lamb, and produce for direct-to-consumer sales. Comparable to Oak Hollow in organic/regenerative orientation, multi-species portfolio, and small-farm CSA/farm-share distribution.
• White Oak Pastures: Multi-generation regenerative farm in Georgia raising cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, and poultry on pasture with on-farm processing and direct sales. Comparable to Oak Hollow in species diversity, regenerative practices, and vertically integrated farm-to-customer model.
• North Mountain Pastures: Family-run regenerative farm in Pennsylvania raising cattle, pigs, and poultry on pasture with meat-share distribution. Comparable to Oak Hollow in Northeastern family-farm operations, species mix, and direct-to-consumer share model.

Emerging players

• Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture: Non-profit farm and education center in New York's Hudson Valley practicing regenerative multi-species livestock production and on-site farm sales. Comparable in regenerative multi-species operations and Northeast location, but operates under a non-profit/educational mandate rather than a for-profit small farm model.

Others

• The Livestock Conservancy: National non-profit that maintains the Conservation Priority List of heritage breeds at risk of extinction and supports breeders raising those breeds. Closely adjacent ecosystem partner to Oak Hollow's heritage-breed program rather than a direct competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Heritage Foods USA: Distribution company specializing in heritage-breed meats from a network of small farms. Comparable to Oak Hollow in heritage breed positioning and product category, but operates as a multi-farm aggregator rather than a single-farm producer.
• Walden Local Meat Co. New England-based meat distributor aggregating regenerative and pasture-raised meats from partner farms for direct-to-consumer subscription sales. Comparable in customer base and product category, but operates as a regional aggregator rather than a single-farm operator.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/OHL.Online
• Instagraminstagram.com/oakhollowlivestock
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/oak-hollow-livestock

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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