FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

New Magnolia Homestead is a family farm and farm shop in Thaxton, VA, near Bedford, Lynchburg and Roanoke. We sell our own pork, quail, quail eggs, pickles, candles and tallow balms, with pickup at the farm shop.

Ordering From the Homestead

Do you ship?

Eggs, skincare, candles, and the simmer pot ship via USPS (rates at checkout). Pickles, Nana’s Cocoa, and orange slices ship to Virginia addresses only. Everything can be picked up at the farm shop or market. Meat does not ship: pickup at the farm shop or market. Live animals are pickup or delivery; see the listing for details. Questions? Email family@newmagnoliafarm.com or call (540) 816-1388.

Do you offer local pickup?

Yes! Local pickup in Thaxton, VA is available for most products. You’ll receive instructions at checkout after your order is placed.

Livestock & Grow-Out Questions

Do you sell live animals?

Yes — we raise registered Kunekune, registered Meishan, and Katahdin sheep, along with occasional poultry or grow-out pigs. Availability changes often.

Can I buy a grow-out pig or lamb for personal use?

Yes — customers may purchase a live animal from us, and once it is legally yours, you may choose any butcher/processor you wish, including custom-exempt facilities.

We do not process the animal.
We simply raise it with care until your scheduled harvest date.

Can you board my animal until processing?

Yes — we offer limited boarding/grow-out spots depending on season.
Boarding fees help cover feed, care, and daily maintenance.

Is this legal?

Yes — as long as:

• You own the animal prior to harvest

• A custom-exempt processor handles the butchering

• Meat is not resold

Everything is within USDA/VDACS guidelines.

Meats & Products

How are your animals raised?

We raise our own animals on our family farm in Thaxton, VA, with supplemental feed and careful handling. Come by the farm shop and ask us anything about how they are raised.

We raise rare and heritage breeds known for exceptional quality and marbling.

Are your products organic?

We are not certified organic, but we use:

• Clean ingredients

• No unnecessary chemicals

• Regenerative-minded practices

• Local sourcing whenever possible

Skincare + Candles

What makes Magnolia Bloom skincare different?

Jennie formulates every item with:

• Farm-raised tallow, lard, or wild-harvested fats

• Herbal infusions grown or foraged locally

• Minimal, clean ingredients

• No fillers, dyes, or artificial junk

Are your candles safe?

Cozy Cottontail candles are made with:

• Clean-burning waxes

• Essential- or phthalate-free fragrance options

• Cotton wicks

• Small-batch pouring

Events, Workshops & Visits

Can we visit the farm?

Yes! The farm shop is open during posted hours. Farm tours are by appointment only. Find us at 1887 Buffalo Run, Thaxton, VA 24174, in Bedford County near Roanoke and Lynchburg:

• Thursday & Friday: 3–6 PM
• Saturday: farmers market 8 AM–noon, then the farm shop is open noon–6 PM
• Sunday: self-serve 2–4 PM
• Monday–Wednesday: closed

We also host occasional farm days, workshops, and seasonal events. Get directions

To book a farm tour, email family@newmagnoliafarm.com. Follow us on Facebook to see upcoming dates.

Returns & Exchanges

Do you accept returns?

Because our products are handmade, perishable, or custom, most items are non-returnable.
However — if anything arrives damaged or incorrect, just contact us. We’ll make it right.

What if there is an issue with my order?

Reach out anytime at family@newmagnoliafarm.com with your order number.

Where are you located?

Thaxton, VA, in Bedford County — tucked in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains between Bedford and Roanoke, near Lynchburg.