“How do you raise your cattle? Are they on pasture year-round?”
💡 Which Should You Choose?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer.
Your choice depends on:
Priority
Recommended Option
✅ Budget-friendly
Store-bought (look for value packs, sales)
✅ Taste preference (richer flavor)
Grain-finished or dry-aged beef
✅ Leaner profile
Grass-fed/farm-raised
✅ Supporting local economy
Farm-raised from trusted sources
✅ Simplicity & convenience
Supermarket beef with clear labeling
🍽️ Many families mix both — using premium cuts from local farms for special meals, and everyday store options for weeknight dishes.
❌ Debunking the Myths
Myth
Truth
❌ “All store-bought beef is full of hormones and antibiotics”
False — legal residues are minimal; “no antibiotics” means none were used, but conventional meat is still safe
❌ “Farm-raised = organic”
Not true — unless certified
❌ “Grass-fed tastes better”
Subjective — some prefer the milder flavor of grain-fed
❌ “Only small farms care about animals”
Misleading — many large producers follow strict animal care guidelines
