@jetcitywoman said:
Polyface
Polyface does some interesting things, but it warrants mentioning that it's not self-sustaining. They bring in a considerable amount of feed - primarily for the chickens, though I believe the pigs also receive feed in their diet. In Polyface's defense, I don't think they market themselves as sustainable.
Amore salient question, though, is this:
Omnivore's Dilemma came out eight years ago, touting the methods of Polyface; so where are the copycats? Why aren't there dozens of Polyfaces yet? Are there papers examining the science behind Polyface? I've seen stuff on pasture cropping, for example, and I've read od many farms that do it. So what's the catch with Polyface? Surely other farmers want to be able to sell pork tenderloin for
fifteen dollars per pound?