Byron Center Meats
Byron Center Meats is a family owned and operated processing business here in Michigan. They were established in 1946 and now have three generations working together alongside with an incredible group of employees. Watch the video to learn more about the processing segment of Michigan's Beef Industry and how Byron Center Meats works with beef producers as well as restaurants and grocery stores.
Cow/Calf Ranch
Cows are bred and calves are born and raised every year on cow-calf farms and ranches, spending time grazing on grass pastures within sight of their mothers.
Backgrounding
Between 6-12 months of age, cattle spend time at stocker and backgrounder farms and ranches where they graze on a variety of pastures. Here they gain weight and convert forage and grass into lean protein.
Feedyard
Cattle spend their final 4-6 months at a feedyard being fed a scientifically-balanced diet and receiving daily care.