farmer, chef, hunter, homesteader, or simply a curious carnivore

Middle Ground Farm isn’t about booking a stay or buying a product—it’s about experiencing the land and the life that comes with it. Everything here is meant to slow you down, invite you in, and let you be part of something real.

About Middle Ground Farm

After nearly thirty years in the Army, Chris and Teli chose to put down roots on one of the oldest farms in Rowan County. Chris, an Army vet shaped by many places, and Teli, whose family history runs deep in Eastern Kentucky, found their home in a quiet holler between two ridges.

  • Middle Ground Farm is nestled between two ridge lines, backing up to the Daniel Boone National Forest, just minutes from Morehead and I-64. Inspired by years of assignments in Italy and a lifelong connection to the land, the farm focuses on growing fresh fruits and vegetables for the local community and a nearby brewery.

  • As the farm grows, so do the plans—expanding into goats, sheep, hogs, and cattle, and offering hands-on experiences like Shepherd for a Day, on-site short-term stays, and specialty farm dinners. Middle Ground Farm is also available for small events and photo sessions. This is a working farm, a family dream, and a place built with intention—right in the middle ground.

3-Day Whole Hog Charcuterie Workshop

January 16–18, 2027
@ Sugarloaf Mountain Meats, Morehead, Kentucky

Space is limited to ensure an intimate, hands-on learning experience. Covering over three days, we will guide you through the breakdown of a whole pig and the transformation of its parts into traditional charcuterie—from whole-muscle cures to salami, pâté, and potted meats.

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