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MEAT Jim
A financial guy that lives on a cattle ranch, loves his wife and kids and likes ...MEAT!
Goes by the name Jim, Jimmy, Jim Boy Bob, Jimbo, Farmer Jim, Big Wheel, Dad and oftentimes, "Hey You!"
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Your Health Is a DIY Project
Who’s looking out for your health?
One thing is crystal clear; food plays a massive role in our health and well-being. Most of us know that. But here’s the question we need to start asking more seriously.
The Monumental 3-Year Journey For Fantastic Grass-Fed Beef
Sometimes I wish I could run a widget factory. If a customer wanted more, I could just turn a dial and make it happen.
But that’s not how it works when you raise cattle on grass. From the time a cow is bred to the day a steak is ready to be delivered, it takes about three years.
There’s no speeding it up—at least not if you care about doing it the right way…
Want To Look Like The Ultimate Meal Planner? Tips For Every Cut Of Grass-Fed Beef
Tips for Every Cut of Grass-Fed Beef
From steaks to slow-cookers, discover the best ways to prepare every cut of your grass-fed beef for easy, delicious meals. When you bring home an order of grass-fed beef, it can be exciting—but also a bit overwhelming. Not to worry—we’ve created this handy guide…
The Truth About Plant-Based Meats: What You Need to Know
The Reality of "Plant-Based" Meats
On the surface, plant-based meat substitutes (Impossible Burger, Beyond Meat, etc.) seem like a fresh, wholesome alternative—straight from a lush garden under blue skies, right?
Wrong.
5 Reasons Why It’s OK To Buy Grain-Fed Beef
Why do I, as a Grass-Fed Beef Rancher in Michigan, Say It's Okay to Buy Grain-Fed Beef?
I'm a realist. I believe in honesty. So, let’s have an open conversation about grain-fed beef. Because frankly, there's nothing inherently wrong with it.
Are You Eating Plastic? The Hidden Truth About Grocery Store Beef
The sunlight is shining through my office window this morning, warming everything it touches. The first rays just peeked over the Eastern ridge of Joy Valley and the whole valley is bathed in soft, rosy light. Out in the pastures, the cattle are already grazing, heads down, their glossy black and brown coats soaking up the sun’s warmth…
10 Essential Tips for Buying Bulk Grass-Fed Beef: Quality, Customization & More
Is Buying a Whole Cow Worth It?
This short guidebook will help…
Tender & Juicy: How to Cook Grass-Fed Beef Perfectly (Tips & Tricks)
Does Grass-Fed Beef Need to be Cooked a Certain Way?
In general, grass-fed beef cooks in about 30% less time due to the healthier fat composition compared with mainstream, grocery store, grain-fed beef.
4 Secrets to How We Raise Better Beef
Good Old Fashioned, Regenerative, Adaptive Grazing Practices
We raise cattle using old-fashioned, common sense, time tested, regenerative, adaptive farming practices where cattle roam free, daily, for their entire lives.
The Science-Backed Benefits of Grass-Fed Beef
It’s important to remember that food impacts more than just our taste buds. Today, we answer the question: What are the health benefits of grass-fed beef?
Obvious disclaimer: we are not medical professionals and you should always consult your doctor before making any drastic changes to your diet or health regimen.