What to Expect at ON Farm Fest 2023!

September 16th, 10am-3pm

  • Meet the herd of authentic “Texas Longhorns in the Empire State”
  • Learn about the breed: from the big horns to their unique personalities
  • Tour the farm…and meet the Albanese farm family!

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About

Adapted in part from Country Folks Magazine “Hooked on Horns”

When Mike Albanese was just five years old, his grandfather reminisced about oxen with horns so large the animals had to turn their head to fit through the barn door. Mike’s grandfather was a shepherd on a small northern Italian village in the Alps before emigrating to the U.S. In 1940, his grandfather purchased land in Jamesville, NY, to start a new farm and often shared memories of home.

“I thought the story of the oxen was so fascinating and that it would be awesome to have cows like that,” Mike said.

In 1990, Mike Albanese made his dream a reality and he founded Albanese Longhorns, now a thriving ranch in the heart of Central New York. Mike has bred, raised and sold thousands of Texas longhorns on his family farm, which includes the land where his grandfather first told him of animals with big horns. The operation spans 550 acres, 286 of which Mike owns. The rest he rents for grazing, small grain cover crops and dry hay.

Today, Albanese Longhorns continues to breed cattle for those who are equally passionate about the Texas Longhorn. The farm also offers beef for sale, promoted as “Nature’s Leanest Beef.” The beef can be purchased at the store, or ordered online and delivered. 

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Meet the Farm

THE HERD

Texas Longhorns

OWNER

Michael Albanese

HOW TO SUPPORT THE FARM

“The public can support our farm by supporting all farmers: Buying beef and dairy products, eating and using corn and soy-based products, and supporting farmers in their mission to create safe and healthy food.”

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