Belted galloway beef cattle

We primarily raise Belted Galloways, a heritage beef breed affectionately known as "Belties" or "Oreo Cookie Cows"(Coincidentally the same breed that Dahlia's family has raised for over 30 years). The Belted Galloway breed originated in 16th century Scotland and are notoriously hardy in hilly terrain, rough climates and thrive in a grazing environment (Perfectly suited for our Vermont farm!) As our herd has expanded, we have also added cattle of other quality beef breeds such as well known Black Angus. We strive to provide the highest quality, naturally raised, premium grass fed beef that we are proud to feed our family and our customers.

how they live

Our cattle are 100% grass-fed and finished, a desirable method of raising beef which provides a natural environment for the animals, and yields high quality, lean, flavorful, and nutritious meat. During the summer and fall, the herd is rotationally grazed on pasture, a management intensive strategy that maximizes forage growth, soil health, and ensures our cattle always have nutrient dense feed available. We personally produce all of the hay and haylage needed to feed our herd through the winter months when grazing isn’t possible. Producing our own feed allows us to control the quality from start to finish, and provides complete traceability for the entirety of our cattle's diets, without relying on outside (and sometimes unknown) sources. We raise the majority of our cattle throughout their entire life cycle, breeding, calving, growing and finishing our animals right here at the farm. As our herd grows, we have added some cattle from trusted farms with practices and values in line with our own.

the meat

Our beef is butchered at a USDA inspected facility less than 7 miles from the farm, dry aged for at least 14 days, and is available year round by the individual cut, bundles and custom cut sides.

All of our beef is:

Grass fed and finished (grain-free diet)

Raised on pasture and stored forage, grown and harvested right here at the farm.
Raised in a natural environment, no added growth stimulants or unnecessary medications.
USDA inspected and labeled
Dry aged at least 14 days
Frozen in clear, vacuum sealed packaging with clear labeling
Single source with complete traceability.