On Rocky Reef Farm, we apply the traditional methods used in Ireland, Argentina, New Zealand and many other countries where beef is produced by diversified farms on pastures. Pasture-raised, locally processed beef is an alternative for those concerned about the source, integrity and quality of their food. Sun-drenched pastures have an abundance of vitamin E, an antioxidant that the University of Wisconsin has found to produce steaks that stay fresh and flavorful longer. Pastured cattle selectively graze a wide variety of plant species, which provide the necessary carbohydrates, proteins, minerals and vitamins required for healthy nutrition.
Animals experience herd life as opposed to stressful feed lot conditions.
Pastured livestock complete the biological recycling of nutrients. This is a more environmentally sound practice than feed lot operations, which concentrate waste. Copyright 1997 by Rocky Reef Farm.