GRASSFED BEEF: Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I buy grassfed beef?
The flavor! Our customers are amazed and delighted by the great
flavor of grassfed beef. Of course there are also health benefits and
environmental benefits discussed in depth at Why Grassfed Beef.
How do I cook grassfed beef?
Grassfed beef cooks much faster than commercial beef. Because it is
lower in fat, the key to cooking grassfed beef is to NOT OVER COOK IT. View our RECIPES page.
Where is the meat processed?
We are fortunate to have a USDA facility just 5 miles from the farm.
The short travel time means less stress on the animal. Stress drains
the intra-muscular fat or 'marbling,' from the animal. "Marbling" is
critical for tender, juicy meat.
Is there a discount for purchasing a large quantity?
We offer a discount on the purchase of a side of beef. This is the
most economical way to purchase our beef and gives you the greatest
flexibility in getting the cuts you want.
What is a "side of beef?"
This is one half of an animal. A whole steer weighs between 1200 and
1400 pounds. After processing and packaging, this amounts to
approximately 400 to 500 pounds of meat, or 200 to 250 pounds of meat
for half an animal. Place an order >
How much freezer space do I need for a side of beef?
You will need 12 to 14 cubic feet of freezer space.
How is the meat packaged?
It is frozen in individual cryovac packages. This type of packaging
will maintain freshness for two years or more in your freezer.
Is Mack Brook Farm organic?
While we are not "certified organic," we do not use antibiotics,
growth hormones or feed that contains animal byproducts or genetically
modified organisms (GMOs). We do use "best practices" for both the
animals and the land. See Our Practices
for a complete explanation.
Where can I try Mack Brook Farm grass-finished beef?
Garden Works Farm
Salem, NY
Four Seasons Natural
Foods
Saratoga Springs, NY
The Green Grocer
Clifton Park, New York
The
Farmhouse Restaurant
at Top of the World Golf Resort
Lake George,
New York