“The home of Virginia’s most contented cattle“
Our Founders
Strawberry Fields Farm was founded in 1965 by Ray “Doc“ Shulman and his wife Ilene Shulman. They had searched for more than two years before they found this land and declared “This is it!” Over 50 years later, the lush pastures, verdant woodlands and stunning natural vistas have not changed a bit.
Family History
The farm has been owned and operated by the Shulman family since 1965, and is now managed by Ray & Ilene’s son-in-law Steve Colwell.
Our Animals
Strawberry Fields Farm is known as “The home of Virginia’s most contented cattle,“ but over the years it has also hosted a whole menagerie of horses, chickens and other barnyard friends. Originally, Doc Shulman originally raised exclusively Black Angus cattle. More recently the Farm’s herd has diversified to include a variety of breeds.
Grass fed, free range cattle
Numerous studies have shown the benefits of grass fed cattle for the environment, the cattle’s health and, ultimately, beef eaters! Strawberry Fields Farm herd has over 80 acres of lush, fresh grass for our small herd to munch on. The cattle are rotated regularly to different fields to insure they never overgraze a pasture. In the winter, they are fed hay gathered from our own fields and from some of our neighboring farms on Gooney Manor Loop (Yes, that really is the name of our road!). Our cattle are never treated with hormones, penned in or fed anything other than local food and some mineral supplements to keep them heathy.
No noise + lots of space + abundant food and water = no stress
Because we are located on a loop road with virtually no through traffic far from any towns, Strawberry Fields Farm is about as peaceful as it gets. Numerous scientific studies by agronomists have shown that cattle thrive where they have plenty of room and are not subjected to noise, overcrowding or other sources of stress. Like we said…. “contented cattle” 🙂
The business part of the deal
Yes, our livestock are for sale! You can find them at the Virginia Livestock auctions in Front Royal or by contacting us directly:
Write: StrawberryFieldsFLLC@gmail.com
Call: 540-692-3200
Visit: Please come by 1539 Gooney Manor Loop from 10am – 5pm (cross the cattle guard on the east side of the road – ignore the “No Trespassing” signs – DO NOT cross the creek – that is the wrong way :). Don’t trust GPS directions.
We look forward to seeing you soon. Stay Contented!