We are John & Kellie Ashcraft, a devoted couple passionately immersed in the world of farming & agriculture. We're wholeheartedly dedicated to cultivating, nurturing, & delivering superior quality beef to your household. Together, we've navigated the joys & challenges of life & agriculture for over 25 years now. We're committed to bringing you premium, yet reasonably priced beef. We raise all our cattle from birth right here on the farm! We pride ourselves on not only being "Go Texan" certified but also to be named the #1 Meat Market for 2025 here in Ellis County and to be one of the top two in 2023 & 2024. We look forward to feeding your family with the freshest beef Ellis County can offer.💛
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From reservation to your freezer - here's what to expect
Pay a deposit to hold your spot in the next harvest. The amount varies by farm and product.
The farm coordinates with their USDA-inspected processor. You'll receive updates as your harvest approaches.
Fill out a simple cut sheet to specify your preferences - steaks, roasts, ground beef ratios, and more.
Your beef is dry-aged, custom cut to your specs, vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen, and labeled for easy identification.
Final payment is due about 5 days before pickup. Collect your beef directly from the farm or designated pickup location.
Pay a deposit to hold your spot in the next harvest. The amount varies by farm and product.
The farm coordinates with their USDA-inspected processor. You'll receive updates as your harvest approaches.
Fill out a simple cut sheet to specify your preferences - steaks, roasts, ground beef ratios, and more.
Your beef is dry-aged, custom cut to your specs, vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen, and labeled for easy identification.
Final payment is due about 5 days before pickup. Collect your beef directly from the farm or designated pickup location.
We are John & Kellie Ashcraft, a devoted couple passionately immersed in the world of farming & agriculture. We're wholeheartedly dedicated to cultivating, nurturing, & delivering superior quality beef to your household. Together, we've navigated the joys & challenges of life & agriculture for over 25 years now. We're committed to bringing you premium, yet reasonably priced beef. We raise all our cattle from birth right here on the farm! We pride ourselves on not only being "Go Texan" certified but also to be named the #1 Meat Market for 2025 here in Ellis County and to be one of the top two in 2023 & 2024. We look forward to feeding your family with the freshest beef Ellis County can offer.💛
Our Angus cattle are raised without antibiotics, hormones or growth injections & finished on a balanced diet of grass & grain then processed in a USDA inspected facility. We place significant emphasis on grain-finishing our cattle in the final 100-180 days before processing. This approach not only supplements their nutritional intake but also infuses our beef with the marbled texture our customers have grown to love & expect. The finishing pasture is over 100 acres & does not cramp our cattle into feed lot form. They have plenty of room to graze, sunbathe or simply just be cattle. The grain blend includes corn, cottonseed hulls, sunflower meal, beet pulp pellets, oats, & essential minerals.
Our processed cattle are dry-aged for 14-17 days to enrich its flavor and tenderness. It's then cut, packaged, & flash-frozen to preserve the freshness & nutrients of each cut. Flash freezing your beef ensures that no ice crystals are formed on your meat therefore locking in all the juices possible.
We also offer delivery and/or shipping options, making us your convenient one-stop-shop for all your fresh beef needs.
Here's what to expect when you buy beef by the share
Contact farm for estimate
Vacuum-sealed & frozen
Contact farm for estimate
Vacuum-sealed & frozen
Contact farm for estimate
Vacuum-sealed & frozen
Contact farm for estimate
Vacuum-sealed & frozen
Contact farm for estimate
Vacuum-sealed & frozen
Based on a 100lb Custom Cut Side or Whole Cow - DEPOSIT ONLY (your exact mix depends on your cut sheet choices):
* Exact percentages vary based on the animal and your custom cut preferences
~5 cubic feet
For a 100lb Custom Cut Side or Whole Cow - DEPOSIT ONLY - about a small chest freezer (5-7 cu ft)
Pro tip: A standard upright freezer shelf holds about 10-15 lbs of packaged beef. Plan for about 1 cubic foot per 15-20 lbs.
Understanding how beef pricing works · Custom Cut Side or Whole Cow - DEPOSIT ONLY
Unlike grocery store beef (priced by the package), farm-direct beef is sold by the share - typically quarter, half, or whole cow. The final price depends on the animal's size and your custom cut choices. This might feel unfamiliar at first, but it's how you get the freshest, highest-quality beef at the best value.
Pricing varies. Contact the farm directly to get a quote for your order.
Today: Deposit
Reserves your spot in the next harvest. Amount varies by farm and product. Deposits are non-refundable.
Before pickup: Remaining balance
Typically due 5-7 days before your pickup date. Final amount based on actual weight.
Processing fees may be billed separately by some farms - check the product details above for specifics.
Common questions about buying beef direct from the farm
Plan for about 1 cubic foot of freezer space per 15-20 pounds of packaged beef. A quarter cow (typically 100-130 lbs packaged) needs 5-7 cubic feet — about half a standard chest freezer. A half cow needs 10-14 cubic feet, and a whole cow needs a dedicated 15-20+ cubic foot freezer.
Properly vacuum-sealed and frozen beef maintains peak quality for 12-18 months. Ground beef is best used within 4-6 months for optimal taste. Store at 0°F (-18°C) or below. Once thawed, cook within 3-5 days and never refreeze raw thawed meat.
A deposit holds your spot and is applied toward your final payment. Deposits are non-refundable. The amount varies by farm and product. Contact the farm directly with questions before you reserve.
Only for a half or a whole share. After placing your deposit, you'll receive a "cut sheet" where you specify steak thickness, package sizes, soup bones, organs, and more. The processor follows your instructions. Quarter shares typically use a standard cut plan set by the farm or processor.
The final payment is typically due 5-7 days before your scheduled pickup date. The farm will send you an invoice with the exact amount once the final weight is determined after processing. Payment methods vary by farm.
Yes! This farm offers delivery within 150 miles. We will reach out to you within 24 hours of your order being placed, to discuss delivery options & pricing. Within 50 miles - FREE Delivery with an order over $200 Over 50 miles - TBD ($25-$75 fee depending on distance)
That's expected! Animal sizes vary naturally. Your final price is based on actual weight, not the estimate. If it's lower, you pay less. If higher, you pay a bit more. Typically the variance is 10-15% from estimates. Your deposit amount stays the same regardless.
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