Practices

A Better Way Beef raises cattle on natural rangeland without synthetic herbicides, tillage, or confinement. Their approach avoids castration, dehorning, and growth promotants, prioritizing animal welfare and ecological preservation. Beef is grass-fed and grass-finished, with no use of antibiotics or synthetic inputs. The ranch also raises fertile eggs from foraging hens and offers wild hogs for barbacoa.

Offerings

They provide a range of cuts, including marrows, lamb, goat, and specialty items like jerky, tenderloin, and rib steaks. Customers can choose from standard beef boxes, family economy packages, or multi-species bundles. Bulk discounts and a la carte options are available, with delivery including organs upon request.

Visiting

Mike Bodensteiner, the rancher, invites buyers to visit his farm near Brenham, Texas. Contact him directly at 713-392-9343 to arrange a farm tour or inspection. The ranch is centrally located, serving areas from Houston to San Antonio and beyond.

How to Buy

Orders can be placed via phone, text, or email. Delivery is available seven days a week, with options to pay via check, Chase-Pay, or cryptocurrency. Individual cuts are also sold at select stores, including Mike’s location in Baytown and Josh’s in Midland/Odessa. For local pickup, stores like A Moveable Feast in Houston and Candy’s Farm to Market in Katy carry their products.

Sustainability Focus

The ranch emphasizes the environmental benefits of pasture-based systems over conventional feedlots. Their blog discusses differences between grass-fed and conventional beef, highlighting reduced chemical use and ethical farming. They encourage buyers to verify farm practices directly through personal contact.