Our Mission
High Quality Meat.
Ethically Raised.
Ohio Craft Beef, delivered from our family to yours.
Craft Beef
Welcome to our family farm, a haven for sustainable and ethical beef cattle production. Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Ohio our farm is more than just a business; it’s a way of life. With a rich history spanning generations, we take immense pride in raising healthy, pasture-raised cattle while preserving the land for future generations. As stewards of the environment, we prioritize animal welfare, natural grazing practices, and a commitment to delivering premium beef to your table. Join us on this journey as we share the passion that drives our farm, rooted in a deep love for the land and the animals we raise.
How We Raise Our Beef
We take a comprehensive approach to beef production, combining the best of both worlds with our grass-fed, grain-finished method. Our cattle begin their lives grazing freely on lush pastures, where they feed on natural grasses that promote their overall health and well-being. This initial phase of their diet allows them to develop a rich flavor profile and maintain their natural instincts.
As they mature, we introduce a carefully balanced diet of grain, typically during the last few months before processing. This grain-finishing stage adds marbling to the meat, enhancing its tenderness and taste. Our grain is thoughtfully selected and may include a blend of corn, barley, and other grains, ensuring the cattle receive optimal nutrition without compromising their welfare.
By following this approach, we create beef that boasts the best of both grass-fed and grain-finished qualities – a harmonious combination of wholesome grass-fed goodness and the succulent tenderness found in traditional grain-finished beef. The result is a premium product that embodies the highest standards of taste, texture, and animal welfare, delivering a remarkable culinary experience to your table.
Stewardship
We take meticulous care in stewarding our land while raising beef, cultivating grass, and growing grain. Our approach is rooted in a deep respect for the environment and a commitment to sustainable practices.
Through our thoughtful land management, we ensure that our pastures thrive and provide nourishment to our cattle. We rotate grazing areas to prevent overgrazing and promote soil health, employing regenerative techniques that rejuvenate the land naturally.
Our cultivation of grass involves selecting native species that are well-suited to our region’s climate. This not only benefits our cattle’s diet but also contributes to the preservation of local ecosystems.
When it comes to growing grain, we embrace precision agriculture. We utilize innovative techniques to minimize environmental impact, such as optimizing cover crops and soil sampling to formulate precise nutrient plans. This careful management ensures that our grain is grown responsibly, with minimal disruption to the land’s balance.
By integrating these practices, we create a harmonious cycle where healthy pastures, nourished by sustainable cultivation, provide the foundation for our cattle’s diet. This meticulous approach to stewardship allows us to produce beef that is not only delicious but also honors the land and resources that make it possible.
The Land Is Our History
For over four generations, our family has nurtured a profound bond with this land, cultivating not just crops and livestock but also a lasting legacy of dedication and devotion. It all began over 100 years ago, when our ancestors first laid the foundation for what has become our cherished family farm.
Through the years, each generation has taken up the mantle, embracing the responsibility of stewarding the land and upholding the values that have been woven into its very fabric. With unwavering determination, they weathered challenges and celebrated triumphs, passing down their wisdom, knowledge, and passion for farming.
As the seasons turned and time marched on, the farm became more than just a place of work; it evolved into a repository of memories, stories, and shared experiences. It witnessed the laughter of children running through the fields, the toil of hardworking hands tending to the crops, and the joyous celebrations that marked milestones in our family’s journey.
With each generation, the land’s history deepened, forming a tapestry of interconnected lives and an unbreakable bond. The legacy of our ancestors’ vision and hard work continues to thrive in every corner of the farm, and their spirit lives on in the heart of every family member who treads upon this ground.
Today, we proudly stand as the torchbearers of this cherished tradition, humbled by the responsibility to honor the past while embracing the possibilities of the future. As we pass the farm on to the next generation, we do so with immense pride, knowing that we are part of a lineage that has cared for this land, preserved its essence, and paved the way for the generations yet to come.