Quality & Nutrition
What are the benefits of your heritage selections?
Our heritage selections, including grass-fed Scottish Highland beef, Berkwood Farms pork, Greener Pastures chicken, and Wixter seafood, offer a unique combination of taste and health benefits. These products are naturally lower in fat and cholesterol, higher in protein and essential nutrients, and free from additives. They provide a premium farm-to-table experience while supporting sustainable and ethical farming practices.
How do your meats compare in terms of health benefits and nutritional value?
Our meats are healthier and more nutrient-rich than many conventional options. Scottish Highland beef, for example, is lower in overall fat, cholesterol, and omega-6 fats while being higher in protein, omega-3 fats, iron, and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which helps combat heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer.
Berkwood Farms pork is noted for its high pH, contributing to tenderness, juiciness, and flavor. Our Greener Pastures chicken is raised on a grass-fed diet, enhancing texture and flavor, and our Wixter seafood is sustainably sourced, ensuring prime cuts with maximum nutritional benefit.
Are your products free from growth hormones and other additives?
Yes, all our meats are raised naturally without the use of growth hormones or other additives. We prioritize the health and well-being of our animals, resulting in premium-quality meats that are wholesome and free from unnecessary chemicals.
Berkwood Farms pork products are also gluten and MSG-free, making them suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
What does "100% pasture raised and grass-finished" mean?
"100% pasture raised and grass-finished" means that our animals are raised on pasture from birth and continue to graze on grass throughout their lives. For example, our cattle are never fed grain, ensuring their meat is as nature intended. This natural diet contributes to the exceptional flavor and health benefits of our meats.
How do you ensure the purity and quality of your meats?
We maintain strict standards for raising our animals and sourcing our products. Our cattle are purebred Scottish Highlands raised according to breed standards. Berkwood Farms hand inspects every Certified Berkshire Loin Cut for quality.
Greener Pastures ensures chickens are raised in a stress-free, enriched environment. Wixter controls every aspect of the seafood supply chain, ensuring only the most consistent prime cuts. We use ethical animal husbandry practices and partner with local, family-owned processors who adhere to USDA-certified quality and safety measures.
Our Partners
What makes your beef, pork, chicken, and seafood special?
Our beef, pork, chicken, and seafood come from trusted partners who prioritize animal welfare, quality, and sustainability. Scottish Highland beef is known for its lean, tender meat; Berkwood Farms pork offers superior marbling and flavor; Greener Pastures chicken is raised on a natural diet in a stress-free environment; and Wixter Seafood provides sustainably sourced, premium cuts.
How do your farming practices maintain the heritage of ScottishHighland cattle?
We adhere to breed standards and honor the tradition of raising Scottish Highland cattle as naturally as possible. We avoid altering their genetics and allow them to grow at their own pace, just as their ancestors did. By preserving the breed's natural qualities and their preferred diet of grass, we uphold the heritage and integrity of Scottish Highland cattle.
How do you ensure the quality of Berkwood Farms pork?
Berkwood Farms hand inspects every Certified Berkshire Loin Cut to ensure visual consistency and flavor. Their pork is known for its rich color, tenderness, and high pH, which results in a more tender and juicy product.
What are the benefits of Greener Pastures chicken?
Greener Pastures chickens are raised on diverse, native grasses and foraged diets, enhancing the texture and flavor of the meat. They are also raised without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics, hormones, or GMOs, adhering to and exceeding organic standards.
How is Wixter Seafood sustainably sourced?
Wixter Seafood controls every aspect of their supply chain, ensuring responsible fishing and aquaculture practices. This approach minimizes environmental impact and ensures that only the highest quality, sustainably sourced seafood reaches our customers.
Heritage Standards
What processing standards do you follow to ensure quality and safety?
We work with local, family-owned processors who are USDA-certified and follow stringent quality and safety protocols. This partnership ensures our meats are handled with care, inspected for quality, and processed to the highest standards.
What steps do you take to maintain the consistency of your products?
We follow rigorous farming and processing practices to maintain consistency. Our partners, including Berkwood Farms, Greener Pastures, and Wixter, adhere to strict quality control measures from raising animals to processing meats, ensuring exceptional and uniform products.
How do you support local processors and contribute to your community?
We collaborate with local, family-owned processors who share our values and commitment to quality. This partnership supports our local economy and community while providing us with the opportunity to work closely with trusted professionals who prioritize the well-being of our animals and the
quality of our products.
What measures do you take to ensure animal welfare?
We provide ample space, clean water, and natural diets for our animals, ensuring a stress-free environment. Greener Pastures chickens, for instance, enjoy diverse foraging opportunities, while our cattle graze on open pastures. These practices lead to healthier animals and superior meat quality.
How do you manage your pastures and grazing practices to ensure sustainability?
We manage our pastures through rotational grazing, allowing the land to rest and regenerate between grazing periods. This method helps maintain soil health and fertility, supports diverse ecosystems, and reduces erosion. By practicing sustainable grazing, we can ensure the long-term productivity and health of our land.
