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Grass-fed, locally raised and processed beef – it’s simply what beef should taste like.

Why buy local?

• Buying local helps support local farms and farmers, and that helps boost the local economy.
• Locally-sourced from right here in Central Appalachia – that equals less fossil fuel consumption and lowered emissions.
• Less travel also equals better quality beef. Cattle are highly stressed when transported, which causes them to release cortisol and adrenaline hormones that negatively impact the quality of the beef.
• Locally-sourced beef is generally healthier. Farms are smaller here in Central Appalachia, and that means herd size is smaller, too. Farmers know their cattle and genuinely care about their well-being – what they eat and how they are treated. Cattle roam here, free to graze or enjoy the shade of a tree.
• Local food, including meat, simply tastes better. But don’t take our word for it. Try it yourself and share your feedback with Brittany Woodby at bwoodby@asdevelop.org.

Plus, Appalachian Harvest Beef complies with the highest safety and quality standards.

• We make sure our cattlemen are mentored on best practices for animal husbandry;
• And that they have been thoroughly trained to obtain their Beef Quality Assurance certification;
• Plus, USDA inspection ensures the beef is safe, wholesome, and properly labeled.

For all those reasons and more – that’s why we call it beefin’ good!

Note: If you already purchase beef from a local farmer, please continue doing that! Our mission is to support local farmers, not compete with them.

Please be aware, Beef Packages cannot be shipped. They must be picked up in person at our Appalachian Harvest Food Hub at 280 Boone Trail Road, Duffield, VA, during one of our Pop-Up Sale dates and times. If you have questions, please contact Bonnie at 276-623-1121.