Archive for January 2016 | Monthly archive page
Jan 29
Do you really want to know where your meat comes from?
Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) informs customers of the source of certain foods. This issue has been around for a long time now (began with 2002 Farm Bill) and has always been a controversy. USDA issued a new proposed rule for meat labeling last week which has sparked a whole new set of fireworks between pro and con groups. Basically, the pro and con arguments over COOL are simple. Proponents of mandatory COOL believe labeling will provide a competitive advantage for domestically produced meat and satisfy consumer demand for source information. Opponents say mandatory COOL simply adds costs and paperwork across the production chain without providing benefit to consumers or higher prices for U.S. producers.
Jan 28
BSE and Grass-Fed Beef
The USDA announced on Tuesday the confirmation of another case of “mad cow” disease, the 4th to be found in the United States. This current case was in a dairy cow located in central California. Again, the consumer wonders about the safety of our food and should we be worried?
Jan 27
Holy Joes Halal – OUR FRESH HALAL MEATS INCLUDE
HALAL BEEF
Ground Beef
Ribeye Steak
New York Style Steak
Filet Mignon
T-Bone Steak
Beef Ribs
Beef Stew
Beef Tenders
Beef Tenders by case
Beef Stew Cleaned (Fat Removed)
Beef Patties
Freshly Made Hamburgers
Veal
Jan 26
Future of the Grassfed Industry in US
We have come a long way, folks! When our farm started marketing grassfed beef directly to customers we had a fairly clear field but not a lot of understanding of what the term grassfed meant. Our biggest challenge was trying to explain one-on-one to customers what grassfed was and how it represented a different production model.
Jan 25
We sell Local Grass Fed Beef
Consumers have been led to believe that meat is meat is meat. In other words, no matter what an animal is fed, the nutritional value of its products remains the same. This is not true. An animal’s diet can have a profound influence on the nutrient content of its products.
Jan 14
Reasons Why Many Ex-Vegetarians Have Started Eating Meats Again
According to an article from Psychology Today, research has found that many vegetarians have decided to quit their all-plant diets. Some of the reasons for them reverting to omnivores are interesting.
Jan 14
Why is it important to make lean or low-fat choices from the Protein Foods Group?
Source: Choosemyplate.gov
Foods in the meat, poultry, fish, eggs, nuts, and seed group provide nutrients that are vital for health and maintenance of your body. However, choosing foods from this group that are high in saturated fat and cholesterol may have health implications.
Jan 12
WATER + EXERCISE = HAPPY BODIES
This unseasonably nice weather calls for two things: more water and more exercise. With temperatures still high enough to take a brisk walk, there’s no reason not to throw on a pair of sneakers and continue staying active. And while you’re at it, make sure that you stay hydrated. During the winter months, many people tend to forget that they still need to drink water. Find out why exercise is great for your overall health and how to stay hydrated after the jump.
Jan 12
LIGHTEN UP YOUR DESSERTS WITH 6 TIPS AND A RECIPE
A resolution to eat better does not mean that you need to give up on dessert! For many of us, a treat at the end of the day is oh-so necessary. So don’t be ashamed of your sweet tooth—try these ideas to lighten up your favorite desserts or whip up our banana-avocado “ice cream.”
Jan 12
5 Brain Nutrients Found Only in Meat, Fish and Eggs
The human brain is the most complex object in the universe.
It is also the organ that consumes by far the most energy, compared to its weight.
The brain is only about 2% of our body weight, but uses 20% of the energy.
This remarkable organ has evolved over millions of years. During this time, humans were omnivores. We ate both meat and plants.