We hope you have a wonderful day full of great food, fun and fellowship!

 

Understanding where your food comes from is fundamental to making informed choices about your health, ethics, and environmental impact. Knowing how farmers raise the meat and produce you consume gives insight into the practices and principles behind their methods. This includes understanding whether animals were treated humanely, whether soil health was maintained, or whether sustainable techniques were used. Building this connection not only empowers individuals but also promotes a deeper respect for the labor and resources involved in food production. Knowledge helps develop trust in your food sources. 

 

Grass-fed cattle and grazing animals are champions of ecological harmony when raised responsibly. Their grazing habits contribute positively to landscapes by encouraging biodiversity, promoting soil health, and aiding in natural nutrient cycling. Well-managed grazing practices can prevent overgrowth, reduce erosion, and even help sequester carbon in the soil. Supporting farmers who adopt these methods not only benefits the environment but also strengthens local food systems.

 

Foods produced through natural, sustainable practices are often more nutrient-dense. By avoiding harmful farming techniques, crops retain their full flavor and nutritional profiles, while grass-fed meats can be richer in omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins. Clean eating aligns with a commitment to both personal health and environmental stewardship. Ultimately, knowing your food’s origin supports a virtuous cycle where conscious choices contribute to healthier communities and ecosystems.

 

Trusting your food source can be a big leap of faith. We know this, and it is the reason we do our very best to be transparent about our farming and processing practices from start to finish. This is a big reason why we are responsible for our animals at every step. We raise the animals on our farms. Our experienced meat cutters prepare and package retail cuts. We freeze the packages using our Quick Freeze system and our shipping team prepares the product for shipping and fills orders.

Slow rotations, big skewers, fresh meats, simple seasonings.

Churrasco, eaten in bustling churrascarias, is one of Brazil’s primary culinary exports and is known for its joyful excess.

Our April Featured Chef is Alena Kulai | Alena's Flavors! Alena is a home chef who loves to treat her family to delicious, flavorful dishes. Alena has been inspired by her mother in the kitchen and focuses on clean, high quality ingredients packed with flavor and nutrition. With an emphasis on quality, grass-fed and pasture-raised meats have been a staple in her kitchen.
 
We asked Alena, “What are your top 5 ingredients and must have kitchen tool?”:

Her favorites are hard to argue with. “Chicken, Salt, Olive oil, Spring mix, Chocolate!! and Cast iron skillet”
 
 This week, Alena prepares her Hearty Meatball Soup. This delicious and comforting soup is a favorite for adults and children.

 
 
Contest Winner
Every month we offer readers an opportunity to win grass-fed and pasture-raised meats. This month our winner is Kelsey V. of Lewisburg, Kentucky. Kelsey wins $180 worth of grass-fed and pastured meats. Congratulations Kelsey! Watch this space for more opportunities to win.
 

Quality starts from the ground up, beginning with healthy soils that provide an elite foundation for our farms, animals, and patrons. See the pastures in action with our On The Farm series, narrated by 5th generation cattle farmer, John Wood. From pasture rotations to our state-of-the-art meat cutting room, where we carefully package products for your families, you'll see how much quality means to our team. We hope you can taste the delicious grass-fed difference in each order.