1. What are animals fed?

Beef cattle are fed mainly a grass/alfalfa diet and supplemented with corn the last 90-120 days to enhance marbling.

Broiler chickens are raised on pasture once 4 weeks old and moved daily in a ‘chicken tractor’. They are free to eat grass and bugs and are supplemented with a complete feed (containing corn/soy) from a local elevator.

Lambs are fed grass, alfalfa, and a creep feed mix of oats, corn, and protein pellet. Lambs are processed under a year old to maintain quality, tender cuts and not give the ‘mutton’ taste of aged sheep.

2. ARE YOU ORGANIC?

No, we are not certified organic, though we try not to use any insecticides/pesticides/herbicides, unless absolutely necessary. Instead, we aim to use sustainable practices, including rotational grazing of the cattle and broiler chickens, and spreading wool, manure, and animal bedding material as fertilizer for the garden.

3. DO YOU USE HORMONES OR ANTIBIOTICS?

We do NOT use any growth hormones in our animals. Antibiotics are only used in sick animals, and we have to follow the withdrawal periods. It is against the law to slaughter an animal with antibiotic residue. We work closely with a vet for guidance and care of livestock.

5. Can I get a specialty cut of meat?

Absolutely! We will try to line up a time when we go to the inspected locker to request specialty items be cut your way (i.e., leg of lamb, full rack of lamb). Please contact us directly for this option, preferably a couple months in advance.

6. Where do you deliver?

Free local delivery is included for Huron, Brookings (during market season), Woonsocket, Wolsey, Wessington Springs, and Alpena. A small delivery charge is applied for Mitchell and Pierre. If you’re curious about a different location, please contact us and we will work on getting it to you!

4. DO YOU SHIP MEAT?

At this time, we only are shipping in nearby states (SD, ND, MN, NE, IA, IL, CO) using insulated cooler boxes and ice packs for a flat fee per box. We use UPS Ground shipping. Please send shipping inquiries via email.

Boxes will be shipped on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS. There is a per box shipping fee.