Grand Meadows Farm
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.
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.