ABOUT US
Sweet Water Farm & Ranch Company was founded in 2017 by Michael, Samuel, and Joseph Santry—a father and sons team with a deep love for the natural world. As a family that finds solace and beauty in nature, we are driven by a commitment to care for our environment responsibly. By starting this small, family-operated ranch, we saw an opportunity to play our part in preserving the land and improving the world we all live in.
Our mission at Sweet Water is clear: to provide healthy, natural food that people can feel good about. That’s why we specialize in Pasture-Raised California Berkshire Pork, a premium pork product that stands out for both its quality and its humane production standards. We believe that great-tasting, nutrient-dense food starts with respecting the animals, the land, and the ecosystem that supports us all.
Caring for our land is not just a responsibility but a passion. We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our environment, ensuring that our animals live fulfilling lives with the freedom to express natural behaviors. Every decision we make considers the well-being of our livestock and the wild creatures we share our land with, reinforcing our commitment to humane and sustainable farming practices.
By choosing Sweet Water’s California Berkshire Pork, you’re not only supporting a family-owned operation but also becoming part of a movement for sustainable, high-welfare agriculture. We’re excited to share this next chapter of American family farming with you, as together, we make a positive impact on our food system and the environment.
NATURAL MOTIVATION
The American family farm was once the backbone of our nation’s livelihood, supporting communities with healthy, homegrown food. As technology evolved and fewer people were needed on the farm, better economic opportunities led many to pursue lives away from the homestead. Over time, the American family farm began to fade, seemingly destined for the history books. But today, a new chapter is emerging as people seek to rediscover the health and diversity lost when food production became an industrial process, detached from local soils, sustainable practices, and small communities.
Consumers are starting to recognize that something essential is missing from our food. It’s becoming clear that many modern foods lack the nutritional value they once held, and there’s a growing desire for products produced with safe, ethical, and sustainable methods. As demand for transparency and quality rises, people are beginning to look beyond industrial agriculture to reconnect with foods raised naturally and thoughtfully.
In today’s food industry, the majority of animals raised for consumption endure poor living conditions and are processed in methods that prioritize volume over welfare. This approach not only harms animal welfare but also compromises the quality and integrity of the food itself. Grocery store produce has become less nutritious, often genetically modified with seeds that can’t be replanted, and raised in soils depleted of their natural nutrients. These soils are treated heavily with chemical fertilizers and pesticides, further damaging our environment. The resulting contamination of our water sources is harming ecosystems around the globe, raising a critical need for change.
At Sweet Water Farm & Ranch Co., we’re committed to being part of the solution by cultivating food that honors the land, the animals, and the people who rely on it. Our Pasture-Raised California Berkshire Pork is a testament to our belief in the value of ethical, small-scale, family farming—a choice that reconnects us to the food we eat and to the environment we aim to protect. As stewards of this land, we are driven to uphold the principles of regenerative farming, and we’re excited to offer a product that aligns with a healthier, more sustainable future.