Montana-Raised Beef:
A Time Honored Tradition, The Difference You Can Taste

Three generations guide every selection.

Our Montana beef represents the pinnacle of grass-fed quality, raised on pristine pastures without feedlot finishing.

Montana's Pristine Pastures:
Where the Quality Begins

Montana's vast grasslands provide the foundation for exceptional beef. Our cattle graze on nutrient-rich grasses under clean mountain air, with access to pure water sources. During occasional drought periods, we supplement with locally sourced hay rather than shipping animals to feedlots, maintaining the grass-fed integrity that defines our beef.

Montana's Unique Environment

Clean Air

Vast pastures and low pollution create ideal growing conditions

Pure Water

Wells, springs, and clean aquifers to support healthy cattle

Native Grasses

Nutrient-dense prairie pastures developed over centuries

Seasonal Grazing

Rotational practices help preserve the land and enhance nutrition

Clean Air

Open range and low pollution create ideal growing conditions

Pure Water

Wells, springs, and clean aquifers support healthy cattle

Native Grasses

Nutrient-dense prairies developed over centuries

Seasonal Grazing

Rotational practices preserve land and enhance nutrition

Expert Selection:
Gary's Eye for Excellence

Gary Taylor's lifetime of cattle evaluation ensures only the finest animals reach your table. He personally inspects each animal, applying rigorous standards developed through decades of hands-on experience. This selection process considers conformation, muscle development, marbling potential, and overall health to identify specimens that will yield only the most exceptional beef.

Selection Criteria We Follow

Muscle Development

Proper conformation indicates quality meat yield

Health Assessment

Only robust, stress-free seedstock animals qualify

Weight Standards

Target finished weights of 550-650 pounds dressed

Marbling Potential

Genetic & local indicators of flavor and tenderness

Muscle Development

Proper conformation indicates quality meat yield

Health Assessment

Only robust, stress-free seedstock animals qualify

Weight Standards

Target finished weights of 550-650 pounds dressed

Marbling Potential

Genetic & local indicators of flavor and tenderness

Natural Raising Methods:
Better for Animals, Better for You

Our cattle live natural lives on open range, never confined to feedlots or subjected to intensive feeding operations. This stress-free environment produces beef with superior flavor profiles and nutritional benefits. The grass-fed diet creates leaner meat with higher omega-3 fatty acids while the low-stress lifestyle contributes to better texture and taste.

Nutritional Powerhouse: Montana Beef Benefits

Complete Protein

All essential amino acids for muscle building and repair

Iron Rich

Superior bioavailable heme iron for energy and strength

Zinc Content

Essential mineral for immune function and wound healing

B Vitamins

Including B12, niacin, and riboflavin for metabolic health

Complete Protein

All essential amino acids for muscle building and repair

Iron Rich

Superior bioavailable heme iron for energy and strength

Zinc Content

Essential mineral for immune function and wound healing

B Vitamins

Including B12, niacin, and riboflavin for metabolic health

The Science Behind Great Beef:
Nutrition Meets Flavor

Understanding what creates exceptional beef helps explain our selection standards. Montana beef provides complete protein with all essential amino acids, while proper marbling distributes both flavor and fat-soluble vitamins throughout the meat. The stress-free environment and grass-fed diet contribute to higher concentrations of beneficial nutrients that distinguish Montana beef from commodity alternatives.

Nutrient Density Comparison

Protein Quality

22-25g complete protein per 3oz serving

Iron Content

15% daily value of highly bioavailable heme iron

Zinc Levels

35% daily value supporting immune function

Selenium

Natural antioxidant properties from Montana soil

Protein Quality

22-25g complete protein per 3oz serving

Iron Content

15% daily value of highly bioavailable heme iron

Zinc Levels

35% daily value supporting immune function

Selenium

Natural antioxidant properties from Montana soil

Quality Indicators We Monitor

Live Weight: Typically 1000-1200 pounds at selection
Finished Weight: Target 500-650 pounds (60% of live weight)
Age Range: Optimal maturity for nutrient development and flavor
Body Condition: Proper fat coverage ensuring vitamin absorption

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about bulk beef purchasing are answered clearly to ensure your confidence. From freezer space requirements to understanding hanging weight, we provide the information you need for informed decisions.

How much freezer space will I need?

Approximately 1 cubic foot per 25-30 pounds of beef. Whole beef requires 16-20 cubic feet, half beef needs 8-10 cubic feet, quarter beef fits in 4-5 cubic feet.

How long will the beef last?

Vacuum-sealed packaging maintains excellent quality for 12-18 months when properly stored.

What makes your beef different?

We offer you a more personal selection by Gary himself, 24-hour stress recovery before harvest, standard 14-day aging, and fully personalized cutting and packaging to your exact specifications.

How much beef will I get?

Orders will vary, but we always choose animals that will produce around 600 pounds total dressed weight. This range provides the best product to your table and offers you a great entry point to Montana Beef.

For more information visit our 'More About Our Beef' page.