Raising beef is a complex process, but throughout the entire journey, one thing remains constant – the shared commitment to raising cattle in a safe, humane and environmentally sustainable way by using the latest technology and resources. Currently, more than 700,000 cattle farms and ranches in the United States, with an average herd size of 44 cattle, produce 20 percent of the world's beef. Learn more about the people and the process involved in raising beef from the pasture to the plate here in Michigan.
Grand Meadows Farm has been owned and operated for 25 years by the Bielema family. Being located on the Grand River in Ada, MI creates some unique management challenges for Grand Meadows Farm but they work diligently to ensure the health and safety of their cattle while also being mindful stewards of the land they own.