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Illustration of a cow inside a circular emblem featuring the text "Southern Maine Stockyard," emphasizing the agricultural and livestock focus of the business.
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About Us

Our Story

Southern Maine Stockyard began as a simple but powerful dream: to raise a family with access to clean, honest food, the freedom to homeschool, and a lifestyle rooted in hard work and tradition.

Founder Shallie is a fourth-generation cattleman, raised on her grandfather’s ranch where she spent her childhood caring for horses, working cattle, and learning how to tend to injured animals. Many nights were spent in the barn, hands-on, learning by doing—skills that would shape her for life.

At 17, Shallie enlisted in the Army to serve her country. During her tours in Iraq, she witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of food insecurity on local communities. That experience stayed with her and ultimately shaped her mission: to help build stronger, more self-reliant food systems back home.

In 2014, Shallie moved to Maine and began homesteading—raising chickens, hogs, and turkeys while building a life centered around sustainability and family. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the need for local, reliable food sources became clear. In response, she purchased a 130-acre property in Waterboro, allowing her family to expand back into their roots—raising cattle and growing their operation.
 
Today, the farm continues to grow and is proud to be home to one of the only licensed and inspected poultry butcher shops in the area. Southern Maine Stockyard is more than a farm—it’s a commitment to community, quality food, and preserving a way of life for the next generation.
What We Offer
Two children riding a pig in a rural setting, with a red trailer and trees in the background. The scene captures a playful moment on a farm during autumn, showcasing the bond between kids and animals.
A young boy in a blue shirt and green shorts relaxes in a large chair on a farm, peacefully napping with a sleeping cat on his lap. In the background, a brown cow can be seen grazing, highlighting the rural setting. The scene captures a tranquil moment of childhood and connection with animals.
Two young boys stand next to a black and white cow at the Ossipee Valley Fair in South Hiram, Maine, holding a banner that reads
Woman wearing a red beanie and green hoodie holds a fluffy cat on her shoulder, with a house and trees in the background on a cloudy day.
A young farmer stands in a muddy pasture, gently holding the halter of two cows, one black and white and the other brown. Leafless trees and a herd of cows are visible in the background, indicating a rural farming environment.
A farmer smiling while posing with a young calf in a snowy barnyard, surrounded by wooden fencing and other cattle in the background.
A young boy joyfully carries a pig while walking away from a red livestock trailer, with another child visible inside the trailer. The scene captures a moment of farm life, emphasizing animal handling and rural activities.
A person in winter clothing stands next to a brown and white cow in a snowy farm setting, with a barn and trees in the background. The cow is being led with a rope halter, showcasing farm life and animal husbandry practices.
Family portrait in a snowy outdoor setting, featuring a woman and four boys sitting together on a bench. The group is dressed in winter attire, with snow gently falling around them. The background includes a rustic wooden structure and stacked logs, creating a cozy winter atmosphere.
Group of pigs feeding in a farmyard near a wooden barn, showcasing a rural farming environment. The pigs are pink with some dirt on their bodies, and a blue feeding trough filled with pellets is in the foreground.
A brown cow and her calf standing in a sunny pasture, surrounded by trees and clear blue sky, showcasing rural farm life.
A farmer interacting with cows inside a barn during winter, with snow-covered ground and trees visible in the background. The farmer is wearing a red and black jacket, and a green tractor is partially visible outside the barn.
A group of white turkeys foraging in a grassy area inside a poultry enclosure, with a water feeder visible in the foreground and a fenced background. The scene captures the natural environment of raised turkeys, highlighting their free-range lifestyle.
Brown and black cattle in a barn, with one brown cow prominently in the foreground, showcasing a clean, healthy appearance and a well-maintained environment. The structure features wooden beams and a dirt floor, typical of livestock housing.
Free-range chickens foraging on grass in a coop, surrounded by autumn foliage and a wooden structure.
Black and white pig standing in a wooden barn with straw on the floor, looking directly at the camera.