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How We Raise Our Cattle

 We believe the way we raise our cattle matters to the animals, to the land, and to the quality of the beef we provide. Here’s a look at how we care for our cattle and the principles that guide our farm. 

 

Three Oak Farm in winter with rye grass, hay, sunshine, and oak shaded pasture

Pasture year-round

Our cattle graze pasture year-round through Florida’s long growing seasons. In spring, summer, and fall they enjoy fresh natural pasture. During the winter months, we plant high-quality seasonal grasses and supplement with hay to keep them well-fed.

And every now and then, they enjoy a fun treat—like watermelon or pumpkin.

 

Three Oak Farm cows and calves, of a variety of breeds

Breeds

Our herd is a diverse mix of Angus, Brahman, Hereford, and carefully selected crosses. Our primary breeding bull is a purebred Black Angus, known for producing high-quality beef.

We also maintain several heritage breeds, including Florida Cracker cattle and Corrientes, as part of our commitment to preserving cattle that are well adapted to our local environment.

By selecting breeds that thrive in Florida’s climate, we raise cattle that are healthy, resilient, and produce excellent beef.

Three Oak Farm pasture with Cypress trees and oaks, in the evening

All natural

Our beef cattle are raised without artificial growth hormones. These hormones are sometimes used in conventional beef production to increase weight gain, but we choose not to use them. That may mean a few fewer pounds in the freezer, but it ensures your beef is raised naturally.

Similarly, we also do not use antibiotics in feeds or in routine care.

Three Oak Farm tractor with harrow, with cows and calves

Our beef share practices

We process our cattle before they reach two years of age to achieve the best balance of size and quality. At that stage, you can expect approximately 350–500 lbs of finished, packaged beef per animal.

Our pricing is based on the final packaged weight (not hanging weight) so you’re paying only for what you receive. There are no additional processing or packaging fees.

All processing is done at USDA-inspected facilities. We’ll work with you to customize your cuts, packaging preferences, and coordinate pickup or delivery to make the process as smooth as possible.

 

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Official Product of USA label from the USDA

US born.

US raised.

US packaged.

 

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