Edible Aspen

Home, James.

• The Jersey cows of James Ranch are from New Zealand bloodlines, bred for grass-based dairy farming. Photograph by Benjamin Brashear.

• Dan James and his friend, Faith. Photograph by Benjamin Brashear.

• Gloves dry in the creamery. Photograph by Benjamin Brashear.

• A sandwich made with organic ingredients from The Harvest Grill. Courtesy of James Ranch and Durango Area Tourism Office.

• In summer, the ranch is a community hub, with live music, tours and other events. Courtesy of James Ranch and Durango Area Tourism Office.

• Photo by Benjamin Brashear

  Belford ages between three and 36 months. Photograph by Benjamin Brashear.

• Patriarch Dave James leads ranch tours. Courtesy of James Ranch and Durango Area Tourism Office.

• Photo by Benjamin Brashear

  In winter, Becca and Dan James supplement their herd’s forage with hay. Photograph by Benjamin Brashear.