Sustainability
Since our founding in 1968, Redwood Hill Farm has been committed to sustainability and the environment. This commitment guides us in the production of our Grade A goat milk and all Capracopia artisan farm products.
ANIMALS
Our farm has always been committed to the health, happiness, and ethical treatment of our dairy goats. Above all, giving the highest quality animal welfare is very important to us. We are proud to have been the first goat dairy in the nation to be Certified Humane® by Humane Farm Animal Care (HFAC). HFAC, an impartial third-party certifier, is considered the “gold standard” of humane certification in the United States. HFAC certification requires adhering to species-specific standards that promote and maintain farm animals’ health, happiness, and well-being. As a result, this allows them the ability to engage in a full range of their natural behaviors. You can learn more about animal welfare and the Humane Farm Animal Care organization at certifiedhumane.org.
LAND
Our Sonoma County farm is solar powered. Set amidst a field of lavender and California poppies, the solar panels automatically move throughout the day, following the arc of the sun for maximum efficiency. As a result on average, solar energy provides 100% of our electricity needs.- We maintain an extensive recycling program that begins with reusing materials, which reduces the need for new ones, before recycling.
- All barn manure and straw/hay stems are composted and used as mulch in the vegetable garden, flower field, fruit orchard, olive grove and hop yard. In addition, neighborhood farmers love to haul the composted “black gold” home for their gardens too!
- The farm’s rainwater catchment tanks collect and store about 100,000 gallons of winter rainwater for use during dry summer months. As a result this minimizes ground water use which enables the creek to be viable for Coho salmon.
- While not certified organic, we do not use pesticides or insecticides on our farm, preferring a more natural and holistic approach.
PEOPLE
We value the dedication and expertise of Redwood Hill Farm ~ Capracopia staff members. The farm pays competitive wages and provides full health care for employees and their families. In addition, a retirement savings program and other benefits are provided.
Our bottom line:
Redwood Hill Farm promotes the health of animals, land, planet, and people. We are always striving for greater sustainability and enhanced environmental stewardship.
