From City Hall to Cow Pastures: The Unlikely Journey of FAFO Farms TX

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In the rolling hills of central Texas, where the air smells of fresh earth and wildflowers, a small but mighty operation is quietly revolutionizing how we think about food, health, and self-reliance. FAFO Farms TX isn't just a farm—it's a testament to grit, faith, and a fierce commitment to regenerative living.

Run by a couple who've traded urban suits for muddy boots, this micro raw dairy farm embodies the spirit of "Fuck Around and Find Out" (FAFO), turning life's curveballs into a purpose-driven homestead. But how did a political activist and disabled veteran end up milking goats and raising pastured chickens? Let's dive into their inspiring backstory.

A Political Firestorm Ignites Change

Clint, the driving force behind FAFO Farms, wasn't always knee-deep in soil and hay. Back in 2022, he threw his hat into the ring for Austin City Council, driven by a passion to shake up the status quo.

 The campaign didn't pan out, but what followed was a whirlwind of activism. Clint turned his energy toward exposing corruption in Austin politics, including digging into ActBlue donations—a story that caught the eye of investigative journalist James O'Keefe and went viral.

 The backlash was swift: shortly after, his personal X account was permanently banned without explanation, silencing his voice in the digital town square.

Silenced but not defeated, Clint and his wife made a radical pivot.

They sold their house, packed up their lives, and relocated to over 20 acres of raw Texas land. With zero farming experience, they launched FAFO Farms in 2023 as a regenerative raw dairy operation focused on pastured dairy, eggs, and eventually more.

 "We have zero experience in farming, but we want to provide real organic food to heal our community/state," Clint shared in an early video introduction to their followers.

 It was a bold leap, fueled by a belief that America is "sick and obese"—a crisis they aimed to combat one nutrient-dense meal at a time.

As a disabled veteran, Clint's own health transformation became the farm's North Star. Once tipping the scales at 280 pounds and battling severe lactose intolerance, he shed over 100 pounds in under a year through a strict carnivore diet, minimal exercise, and a focus on real, unprocessed foods.

 "If I can do it, anyone can," he says, now able to down a gallon of raw milk a day without issue.

 This personal victory wasn't just about weight loss; it was a wake-up call to the healing power of ancestral eating, sparking the farm's mission. The carnivore experiment that healed Clint also lit the fire: once they witne-ssed food's "true healing power," there was no turning back.

From Backyard Chickens to a Thriving Homestead

FAFO didn't spring to life fully formed. Like many homesteading stories, it began humbly. The couple started with a simple garden bed and just three chickens—a modest setup that traded urban convenience for a life of purpose.

 "You don't need 20 acres; you can start wherever you're planted,"

Inspired by regenerative agriculture pioneers like Joel Salatin (author of Pastured Poultry Profits and Everything I Want to Do is Illegal), they dove into pastured poultry first.

From there, they expanded into raw dairy, goats, and cows, all while breeding their own layers and culling roosters for nutrient-rich dog food—nothing goes to waste on this efficient operation.

Faith has been the invisible thread weaving through it all

It hasn't always been easy. Deciding to change how they lived and moving was just the beginning. They endured the heartbreak of 11 miscarriages and being told they'd never have a family. The farm and their faith became a sanctuary of hope.

After enduring those heartbreaking 11 miscarriages and being told they'd never have kids, Clint and his wife conceived naturally (with a bit of medical help) in late 2023.

 "We started a farm for our family," they share, quoting Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen."

The high-risk pregnancy was a rollercoaster, marked by bed rest, bleeding episodes, and a C-section at 36 weeks in late June 2025.

Then they welcomed twins!

Their son, CJ (short for Clintom John Junior), had a rough start and spent time in the NICU due to prematurity-related issues, but he's now a thriving "miracle baby" full of giggles and chubby cheeks.

Their daughter, Rin (short for Corinne) was right by his side through it all, and both are growing strong on mom's nutrient-packed, animal-based diet—no formula needed.

Struggles turned to rewards

That "reckless" move—selling everything, crossing state lines, and betting on God's calling—paid off, not just in acres but in a growing brood of children and a tight-knit community.

No farm journey is without thorns. Early days brought regulatory hurdles, like a stalker reporting neighborly gifts of homemade grape juice concentrate as "illegal" raw milk exchanges—highlighting the tensions between big ag and small-scale self-sufficiency.

 They've faced high-risk pregnancies, scorching Texas summers, and the steep learning curve of rotation grazing and milking. Yet, they've built backups upon backups with neighborly support, turning potential isolation into a web of mutual aid.

Today, FAFO Farms is evolving: selling off goats for milking sheep, tweaking diets from strict carnivore to animal-based with a touch of granola for nursing moms, and dreaming of food forests fertilized by poultry manure.

 They're vocal advocates against overregulation, celebrating Wyoming 70% surge in direct farm sales with zero linked illnesses.

 And in a nod to their roots, they sell hens and fertilized eggs to backyard enthusiasts, fostering independence one flock at a time.

Why FAFO Farms Matters Now More Than Ever

In a world of ultra-processed "foods" and corporate control, FAFO Farms TX reminds us that healing starts at home—or on 20 acres of borrowed dirt. Half veteran-run, fully faith-fueled, this operation isn't chasing profits; it's building resilience, one raw egg and pasture-raised quart at a time.

 They're "Farming Around and Finding Out", As Clint puts it,

Mistakes and all, for a healthier Texas and beyond. MAHA indeed.

If their story resonates, follow @FAFOFarmsTX on X for daily doses of farm life, tips on regenerative practices, and unfiltered truths about real food.

Who knows? You might just trade your garden bed for a chicken run of your own.

Note from Editor:

Clint, your videos are fun to watch and your story is inspirational. Congrats on your twins and making a difference in America!

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