Yes. Animals are handled with the utmost care to minimize stress and processed in small local, USDA-inspected facilities under strict food safety and humane handling standards.

No. Our animals are never given antibiotics, added growth hormones, GMOs, or mRNA vaccines.

Yes. All of our beef, lamb, bison, and elk is 100% grass-fed and grass-finished with no grains or feeds at any stage of life. All of our pork and poultry is pasture-raised. Our pigs and chickens receive non-GMO grains to supplement their diets.

Our founding farms are located in northeast Missouri and western Illinois along the Mississippi River. We also partner with select U.S. family farms and a small number of farms in Tasmania. All beef is clearly labeled by origin when applicable. To learn more about our partner farms, visit our Discover Blog.

No. While we follow organic principles, we are not certified organic. We focus on regenerative farming practices and animal care rather than third-party certification. Our farming practices are well beyond organic standard requirements.

We use rotational grazing and regenerative practices that improve soil health, biodiversity, and long-term ecosystem balance. Our owner/managing partner, John Wood is known as the godfather of Regenerative Farming adhering to strict principles that emphasize regeneration and holistic systems for over 20 years. Allowing a 30 to 45-day rest period between grazing, we increase the density of existing plants in our cattle pastures and allow for the re-introduction of new native plants. As a result, all of our grassland is deeply rooted, and this better root structure and thicker sod enables the landscape to catch and hold nearly all of the rain that hits it, resulting in virtually no soil erosion or flooding. Cattle play a vital role in the process. As they graze the energy dense portions of the grasses, they trample a high percentage into the soil along with their manure that feeds soil biology. Our animals graze grasses free of pesticides and herbicides. Finally, this sustainable eco-system is a natural carbon recycler: the carbon our animals produce is reused by our plant life for further growth.

Thaw in the refrigerator for best results. We recommend thawing your products on a platter to catch any condensation or pinhole leakage during thaw. A 1 lb. package typically takes 20–24 hours.

We offer individually packaged retail cuts, and trimmed primal cuts of grass-fed beef, bison, lamb, pork, poultry, wild-caught seafood, dairy, and select specialty foods. All shipped directly to your doorstep.

Fresh chilled beef is never frozen and ships on a scheduled monthly cycle. It arrives cold and should be refrigerated or frozen upon arrival. See our Fresh Chilled Beef products.

Color variation is completely normal due to oxygen levels in vacuum packaging and does not affect quality or safety.

Yes. All beef used in our products is 100% grass-fed and grass-finished.

Ingredients are listed on each product page under the "About this Product" section. Click “Read more” to read the full product description.

Pemmican is a traditional high-protein food made from dried meat and tallow. Our 'every-day' version of pemmican must be stored frozen and is ready to eat after thawing.

Refrigerated: 3–7 days (varies by product)

Frozen: Up to several years if properly stored and sealed

All of our raw A2/A2 cheeses are of superior quality, grass-fed, raw, and aged; hand-crafted in small batches. USWM cheese is pasteurized to 102 degrees (except our Swiss that is heated to 107) maximum. Butter is pasteurized at the lowest temperatures allowed by state law, 161.6 Fahrenheit, for 15 seconds. Anchor butter is homogenized and soy-free from pasture-raised cows free of growth hormones. The color of all dairy products will vary slightly due to seasonal variations without affecting quality or taste. Our dairy is high in CLA, omega-3 & 6, as well as vitamins A, D, E, K, and K2.

Please see above. It is illegal for us to sell raw butter.

Butter ships frozen; however, it can be stored in the refrigerator but freezing will extend shelf life. Cheese is fresh and ships fresh. Cheese will store for a month in the refrigerator. Cheeses can be frozen and will have minimal texture changes after thawing. Gouda freezes the best and cheddar may be a bit crumbly after thawing; however, flavor will not change significantly.

US Wellness Meats’ nutraceuticals are concentrated vitamin and mineral supplements designed to enhance your daily diet.

It is best to thaw meat using the refrigerator. With this method, a one-pound package will thaw in approximately 20 to 24 hours. We do not recommend thawing meat in the microwave; however, if you must, select the lowest power setting to avoid cooking (rather than defrosting) the meat. Check the meat frequently to monitor thawing. Occasionally, pinholes can occur in the tumultuous first hour or two of transit at minus 10 degrees. We always suggest thawing products on a plate in the refrigerator to catch any packages that have developed leaks in transit.

Cook ground beef until no pink remains, or until the meat temperature registers 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Slow-cooking methods that retain moisture work well on lean, red meat. Braising is recommended for roasts and low heat is ideal for steaks. Steaks should be prepared to a minimum of 140 degrees Fahrenheit (rare) to a maximum of 160 degrees Fahrenheit (medium) for the most tenderness and flavor.

Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is fatty acid that is produced naturally in the bodies of grass-fed animals and is found in their meat and milk. Grass-fed cattle are likely to have two to three times the amount of CLA as grain-fed animals, and this nutritional value is passed on to you when you eat grass-fed meat. Research shows that a diet rich in CLA can help reduce a person’s risk of cancer, atherosclerosis, and diabetes.

Approximately 22–28 lbs. of meat per cubic foot of freezer space.

Most orders arrive within 1–3 business days after shipping.

No minimum order is required for orders shipping to the Continental USA. Orders over 15 lbs. ship free. Orders under 7 lbs. may not remain fully frozen in transit and are not covered by our satisfaction guarantee.

• Orders shipping to Alaska and Hawaii require a 20 lb. Min order and hold a 35 lb. Maximum order. A flat $35.00 shipping fee will be assessed to each Alaska and Hawaii order shipped.
• Orders shipping to Puerto Rico require a 20 lb. Min order and hold a 35 lb. Maximum order. A flat $120.00 shipping fee will be assessed to each Puerto Rico order shipped.

We ship to all 50 U.S. states and Puerto Rico.

No.

All products are vacuum sealed, frozen, and shipped in insulated packaging designed to maintain temperature during transit. We choose eco-friendly, fully recyclable coolers for 90% of our orders shipped. Orders over 50# ship in a non-recyclable cooler for the best insulation and safety during transit.

Orders ship Monday–Wednesday each week. Orders placed after the weekly cutoff ship the following week. Tracking is provided once your order ships. See Shipping FAQs on our Blog for more details.

Yes. Some farm-direct or specialty items ship separately and may arrive in different packages.

Follow our easy online process. You can also call our toll free number (877) 383-0051 for live assistance.

We ship Monday-Wednesday every week and ship via FedEx Ground or Express service based on your zip code. We ship on Thursdays as needed due to high order volume or holidays. Deliveries are expected to arrive within three days from the time of shipping. You will receive a tracking number from FedEx after the order ships so you will know estimated delivery date. If you ever have special shipping requests, please contact customer service prior to ordering to ensure we are able to accomodate your needs.

Fresh chilled (never frozen) beef ships separately from frozen meat. Fresh beef usually ships the Wednesday following the first Friday of each month (as designated by the schedule in the product description on our website). Our South Carolina Bulk Chicken and Soy Free Pork Bundles also ship separately. These ship directly from our South Carolina farm on Tuesdays. If you have any questions about the shipment date of your fresh chilled beef order or South Carolina bundles, please call customer service at (877) 383-0051. Visit our Fresh Chilled Beef FAQ blog page for more details.

We ship Monday-Wednesday every week and ship via FedEx Ground or Express service based on your zip code. Deliveries are expected to arrive within three days from when we ship. Packages normally deliver Tuesday-Friday. Occasionally, packages will deliver on Saturdays due to holidays or FedEx workload. We are unable to deliver on Sundays or Mondays due to FedEx’s schedule. You will receive a tracking number from FedEx after the order ships which will display the estimated delivery date and allow you to monitor delivery progress.

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In the event that we must issue a credit, it will be issued as a credit to the credit card used for the purchase.

One cubic foot of freezer space will hold approximately 22 to 28 lbs. of beef.