Pasture-raised meat needs to be understood compared to the alternative: crate or cage-raised. Pasture-raised meat implies that animals are allowed to graze and live outside of cages, and there are several advantages to that. For one, it means at least somewhat more humane living conditions for the animals. For another, pasture-raised meat usually has a higher proportion of healthy fats  (Omega 3’s). That said, the terminology isn’t exactly what it sounds like. It only means that the animals were able to spend a part of their life outdoors- so it does not guarantee consistent or great living conditions. Still, it’s a step above