Location (Map link)
Celista Springs Ranch (CSR) is located in the North Shuswap, on the west end of the Celista Bench nestled nicely into the southern aspect of the foot of Mt. Riley. The ranch topography rolls gently down bench with over a 100 acres of grazable pasture, numerous thicketed grass paddocks, 2 creeks, a bog, and endless wildlife. All supported by both gravity & pump assisted irrigation.
The North Shuswap is known for its beauty, a true 4-seasons environment, integration with local wildlife, backcounty activities and great people. Many of the descendants of the original homestead families still live and work right here on the bench bringing the history of this area alive with many great stories, namesake roads, and heritage sites.
Mission Statement
We, at Celista Springs Ranch, are dedicated to principles of low-stress (both animal & land) production of local, grass "fed & finished" farm products. The main diet for most of our farm animals is forage based (grass & legumes), any supplemental feeds fed are free of growth hormones, antibiotics, and animal by-products. Growth hormones are not used, and antibiotics and other animal care products are restricted to carefully designed and well managed health care plans for each species. All animal management practices meet or surpass the generally accepted standards for raising farm animals, guided by the internationally recognized Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare.
1. Freedom from hunger and thirst
2. Freedom from discomfort
3. Freedom from pain, injury, and disease
4. Freedom from distress
5. Freedom to express behaviours that promote well-being
About Us...
Marlene & Doug moved to the bench in 2002 with the hope of building a ranch that focuses on an environmentally friendly production model and the uses the grass & sun as main feed source to produce healthy & nutritious farm products that are sustainable into the future. Within this model, the use of heritage breeds is given priority as it supports the continued existence of farm animals that have flourished in the past, but do not do well in contemporary farming that use industrial/mass production models. See our "Breed Info" link for more details on the different animals currently used in our production models. We currently produce beef, pork, lamb, and poultry that is harvested during the appropriate season (following the grass cycle).
We are excited about the possibilities, game for the challenges, and look forward to the future of sustainable farming and food production. Today's consumer is making an amazing shift towards shopping for local foods. They are becoming more knowledgeable about the food they purchase, how & where it is produced, its impact on the environment and much more concsious about healthier food choices.
To better accommodate our beef, pork, and lamb clients we have moved the Celista Springs Ranch Store front to Mylo's Farm Market in Scotch Creek, about a 15 minute drive SW of the ranch along the Squilax-Anglemont Highway. There, we have cold storage, regular hours to access our products and knowledgeable staff to assist. All the poultry products are still sold through the farm as "farm gate" products to comply with the provincial inspection process. As farmers, we are most knowledgable of our products and processes and remain available to dicuss or explain anything our staff cannot answer.
For details on any of our farm products please to the "Products" link.