From Pasture to Plate: Our First Beef Processing Journey 🐄🍂

Welcome to our farm blog, where today we are excited to share the story of our very first beef processing journey - a significant milestone for us and a testament to our commitment to sustainable and humane farming practices.

The Journey Begins: Preparing for Processing Day 🚜🌾

The day before processing, our first cow was ready to embark on its journey. We made sure it was comfortable and stress-free, providing alfalfa hay, water, and several treat buckets to keep it calm. The other cows were kept nearby to maintain a sense of normalcy and to ensure that everything seemed ordinary. We understand the importance of eliminating stress at every touchpoint, as it directly affects the quality of the meat.

In a moment of reflection and gratitude, we gathered around to pray over our animals, thanking the Lord for their lives and the blessings they bring to our lives. It's a solemn practice that underscores our respect for the animals and the role they play in sustaining us.

100% Grass-Fed Beef: A Rarity in Today's Market 🥩🌱

Finding 100% grass-fed beef can be a challenge these days, with many products on the market falling short of true pasture-raised standards. Fast forward 21 days from processing day, and we received the much-anticipated call from Back 40th Butchery – our beef was ready for pickup!

Excitement was an understatement as we headed to the butchery, and we were amazed at the bounty before us when we arrived: 479 pounds of beautifully processed beef. The breakdown was impressive – 170 pounds of ground beef, 240 pounds of various roasts, and 98 pounds of premium steak cuts. The packaging was pristine, the meat color vibrant and healthy, and the marbling surpassed what you’d find in any commercial store. It needs to be said again: you just can't get this quality from store-bought beef.

Reserve Your Share: Spring Processing Dates Available Now 📅🐮

If you've been inspired by our journey and are interested in reserving a share of our 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef, be sure to check out our beef page for more information. We have two cows available for the spring processing dates, and we would love for you to experience the exceptional quality of our farm-raised beef.

To get on the list or for more inquiries, feel free to contact us directly. We're here to answer any questions and help you take the first step toward enjoying sustainable, high-quality beef straight from our farm to your table. 🍽👩‍🌾

Thank you for joining us on this journey, and stay tuned for more farm updates and stories! Remember, when you choose our farm, you're choosing a path of sustainability, quality, and respect for both the animals and the land. 🌿🐄

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