Jim Frank Farms offers three excellent purchasing options for our beef. First and foremost, it's important to note that our beef is processed under the Texas Custom Processing Grant, which means it will be labeled "Not For Sale." This designation allows our product to be enjoyed exclusively by the purchaser and those they choose to share it with. Please keep in mind that our beef cannot be used in restaurants or resold.
This also implies that our beef is sold in shares of a cow. While many are accustomed to buying whole, half, or quarter beefs, we offer our shares based on the weight of the meat purchased. This means you can buy a share weighing 20 pounds or 30 pounds of the cow. This approach enables us to provide more affordable shares and minimizes the storage space you need. This restricts the available cuts primarily to ground beef. When a share is divided among 10 to 12 people, each individual ends up with just one steak, which feels inadequate. Our goal is to be your go-to source for locally pasture-raised ground beef.
Why Purchase Local Pasture Raised Beef?
Traceability: You can easily know where it comes from, as it’s sourced locally.
Single Source: Each package is sourced from just one cow, unlike supermarket ground beef, which may come from up to 200 cows.
Pure Quality: Our ground beef contains 100% beef with no fillers or dyes.
Freshness: Our beef is processed as fresh as possible, allowing it to last three times longer in regular refrigeration (not frozen) compared to supermarket options.
Natural Growth: Our beef contains no unnatural additives because we allow the animals to grow at their natural pace.
Animal Welfare: Supporting local farms often means supporting more humane farming practices. Animals are typically raised with care, having access to open pastures and a more natural lifestyle.
Environmental Impact: Buying locally reduces the carbon footprint associated with transporting food long distances. It supports sustainable farming practices that are better for the environment.
Community Support: Purchasing local beef contributes to the local economy, helping farmers in your area thrive and maintain their livelihoods.
Flavor and Nutrition: Locally raised beef often boasts superior flavor and nutritional value due to the animals' varied diet and stress-free environment, resulting in healthier and tastier meat.
Transparency: Small, local farms are often more transparent about their farming practices, giving you peace of mind about the quality and ethics of your purchase.
Choosing locally raised ground beef not only benefits your health and taste buds but also supports a sustainable and responsible food system.