Happy Holidays from the Nadig Family at Nadig Farms
Thank You for a Wonderful 2025 As 2025 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to say thank you. Thank you to ... Read more... Read more.
Remembering Ron Nadig
This is written in loving memory of Ron Nadig, who left us eleven years ago. His spirit continues to guide and shape our lives every ... Read more... Read more.
What Tools Did Early Farmers Use?
Have you ever thought about what farming looked like thousands of years ago… before tractors, silos, and GPS-guided equipment? Early farmers didn’t have... Read more.
How to Tell if Beef is Grass Fed
At Nadig Farms, we believe that honesty and transparency are the backbone of our farming practices. Especially with rising consumer demand for grass-fed beef, it’s... Read more.
Is The Price of Beef Rising in 2025?
If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you may have noticed that beef prices seem a lot higher than they used to be. But ... Read more... Read more.
How Long Will Half a Cow Last One Person in Northern Illinois?
For a single person eating beef 3–4 times a week, a half cow will typicallylast 2–2.5 years. If you eat beef less often — a ... Read more... Read more.
Civil War Private Jacob Nadig: A 21-Year-Old Solider in Illinois’ 96th Regiment
Every family has stories – the kind that get passed around at the kitchen table or tucked away in old letters and faded photographs. Some ... Read more... Read more.
We’re Official: Nadig Farms is Now Listed by the Illinois Beef Association
We’re excited to share some great news – Nadig Farms is now officially listed with the Illinois Beef Association! The Only Farm Listed in Jo ... Read more... Read more.
How Much Meat Is a Half Cow? Your Guide to Buying Beef
When you order a half cow, you’ll receive approximately 200–250 lbs of packaged, take home beef from a hanging weight of roughly 300–350 lbs. That’s... Read more.
When Were Cows Domesticated?
Have you ever looked at a herd of cows and wondered, “When did humans first decide to tame these big, gentle animals?” You’re not alone ... Read more... Read more.
