Terms of Service

BOVINE BILL OF SALE

Of an Undivided Interest in a Herd

Seller: Lucy Meade d/b/a Heavy Hollow Farm (“Seller”)
Address: 215 Hart Lane, Lancaster, KY 40444

For valuable consideration at the cost of Fifty Dollars ($50.00) per share, received upon execution of this instrument by you (“Buyer”), Seller has bargained and sold, and hereby does sell, grant, and convey unto the Buyer the following property:

An undivided interest in a herd of cows (“Herd”) representing an ownership interest in the shares out of a total number of shares in the Herd. The Herd is located at 215 Hart Lane, Lancaster, KY 40444. The Herd currently consists of two (2) cows and any increases or replacements. Cows may be culled or removed from the Herd when such removal or culling is deemed necessary in the sole discretion of the Seller.

Seller warrants that at the time of sale, Seller has full legal and equitable ownership of the Herd interest and that the Herd is not subject to any liens or security interests of any lender or other third party.

Buyer’s interest in the Herd includes a share of the weekly milk production from the Herd. The amount of milk production attributable to Buyer’s undivided interest shall be an amount equivalent to Buyer’s percentage ownership interest in the Herd.

Example: If the Herd produces 4 gallons of milk per week, and Buyer owns 14% of the Herd, then Buyer is entitled to 14% of the 4 gallons of milk produced by the Herd for that week.

Should Buyer wish to sell his/her interest in the Herd, Seller has the first right of refusal to purchase Buyer’s interest at the price Buyer initially paid. Should Seller not exercise this right, any transfer of Buyer’s interest can only occur with Seller’s approval, which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Risk of loss concerning the Herd Shares passes from Seller to Buyer upon signing of this Agreement. Seller shall not be liable for any loss of or damage to the Herd.

This Agreement shall be governed exclusively by the laws of the State of Kentucky.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Seller has executed this Bill of Sale on this day.

BOVINE AGISTMENT AGREEMENT

THIS AGREEMENT is made on this day between Lucy Meade d/b/a Heavy Hollow Farm (“Agister”) and you (“Owner”) as a boarding contract.

RECITALS

Agister operates dairy facilities at 215 Hart Lane, Lancaster, KY 40444 (“Dairy Facilities”) for the care, handling, and milking of dairy cows. Owner wishes to board the cow(s) constituting his/her undivided interest in the herd (“Herd”) at the Dairy Facilities.

Agister agrees to provide care and boarding for the Herd for $40.00 per month per share.

1. Definitions

A. Agister: Lucy Meade d/b/a Heavy Hollow Farm
B. Agistment: Pasturing, feeding, maintaining, caring for, and milking the Herd at the Dairy Facilities, and making available the Herd’s milk production for Herd Owners.
C. Herd: The dairy cows referred to above, including replacements and decreases.
D. Herd Agreements: This and all similar agreements signed by Herd Owners.
E. Owner: A person who possesses an undivided interest in the Herd.
F. Herd Owners: All Owners of undivided interests in the Herd.
G. Percentage Interest: Owner’s percentage of total shares in the Herd.

2. Share(s) of the Herd

A. As shown in the attached Bovine Bill of Sale, Owner has purchased shares at $50.00 per share.
B. Owner expressly disclaims ownership of any calves or meat harvested. Proceeds from any sales belong solely to Agister.

3. Boarding Fees

A. Owner shall pay $40.00 per month per share, due monthly whether or not milk shares are picked up.

  • Fees may be adjusted up to twice per year, not exceeding 15% annually.
  • Payment accepted via cash, check, PayPal, Venmo, credit card, or other agreed method.
    B. Special services beyond standard care may incur additional charges.

4. Allocation of Milk

A. One share typically yields about 1 gallon per week, subject to production.
B. Owner provides and maintains glass jars and lids for milk storage.
C. Milk pickup times are set in advance and remain consistent weekly.
D. Milk is for Owner’s immediate household consumption only.
E. Additional milk products (butter, cream, etc.) may be produced upon separate agreement.

5. Duties of Agister

A. Board and care for the Herd per attached health protocols (Exhibit A).
B. Manage Herd additions/removals as needed.
C. Pay all ordinary Herd expenses; Owners share extraordinary veterinary costs pro rata.
D. Provide reports on Herd health and performance.

6. No Sales of Milk / Indemnification

Sale of raw milk is prohibited by Kentucky law. Neither party shall sell or transfer raw milk in violation of the law. Each agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other for any resulting liability.

7. Enforcement

If Owner fails to pay fees when due, Agister may, after 10 business days’ written notice, dispose of or acquire Owner’s Herd interest to satisfy the debt.

8. Ownership

A. Ownership in the Herd does not grant rights to any other property of the Farm.
B. Visits to the Dairy Facilities require appointment and supervision.

9. Owner’s Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Claims

A. Owner acknowledges raw milk risks (CDC, FDA, and KYDPH warnings).
B. Owner assumes all risks associated with visiting or handling farm animals.
C. Owner waives all claims against Agister and others for injury, illness, or death arising from milk consumption or farm visits.

10. Indemnification

Owner shall indemnify and hold harmless Agister, agents, and other Herd Owners for any harm arising from:

  • Consumption or handling of milk after pickup;
  • Visitors brought by Owner;
  • Breach of this Agreement.

11. Claims

All claims (except nonpayment) must be made in writing within 180 days of discovery or are waived.

12. Arbitration of Disputes

Disputes (other than nonpayment) shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association. Each party pays its own costs; arbitrator fees shared equally.

13. Termination

A. Agreement remains effective until terminated with 10 days’ written notice by either party.
B. Upon termination by Agister, Owner may demand Agister repurchase shares at original price.

14. First Right of Refusal

If Owner terminates, Agister retains first right of refusal to repurchase shares at original price.

15. Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for delays caused by uncontrollable events, including natural disasters, disease outbreaks, government orders, or labor disputes.

16. Miscellaneous

A. Construction: Masculine includes feminine and plural as needed.
B. Governing Law: Kentucky.
C. Severability: Invalid provisions do not affect the remainder.
D. Waiver: No waiver implies future waivers.
E. Assignment: Binding upon successors and permitted assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties execute this Agreement on this date.

Exhibit A: Farm Operating Standards & Herd Health Protocols

Heavy Hollow Farm agrees to operate under these standards:

  1. Cleanliness & Health:
    • Animals milked in clean, rodent- and fly-controlled environments.
    • Milk never from sick or medicated animals until withdrawal periods lapse and tests confirm antibiotic-free status.
  2. Testing:
    • New animals tested for A2 gene, Johne’s, BVD, and BLV.
    • Annual herd testing; weekly milk testing via CMT.
  3. Packaging:
    • Milk packaged in Owner-supplied glass containers per Section 4.
  4. Feed:
    • Diet predominantly pasture-, hay-, or forage-based.
  5. Guidance:
    • Farm advises Owners on milk handling and animal care on request.
  6. Aspirational Standards:
    • Failure to meet any standard does not constitute breach.

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