Cornerstone Farms

Practices

Cornerstone Farms raises beef in Texas and processes it in-house using custom spice blends. They offer farm-to-table production, custom processing for whole or half animals, and subscription services for regular delivery of ground beef or specialty sausages. Products include authentic South African boerewors, biltong, and droewors made with premium ranch beef and traditional spices.

Offerings

The farm sells 10-lb boxes of 80/20 ground beef, ideal for burgers and family meals, and a variety of South African sausages. Sampler packs introduce customers to droewors, biltong, and flavored boerewors like Chakalaka (spiced with chili and tomatoes) and Sosatie (with curry and fruit notes). A 3-lb droewors stockpile and Texas Hunter Pack cater to snack enthusiasts.

Visiting & Buying

Products are available through an online store with subscription plans for weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly deliveries. Gift cards let buyers choose from ranch-raised beef and South African specialties. The butchery, owned by 4th-generation rancher John Johnson, emphasizes direct sales and email marketing to customers.

History & Values

Cornerstone Farms combines two traditions—Texas ranching and South African heritage—into one place. Their butchery, located in McKinney, Texas, uses slow-air drying for droewors and biltong, avoiding added sugar. All meat is freshly ground and packaged for convenience, with a focus on quality and authenticity.

Buyer Experience

Customers can order custom cuts, join subscription boxes, or purchase individual items. The website highlights product details, like the 6-day air-drying process for droewors and the 80/20 fat-to-lean ratio in ground beef. Gift cards and sampler packs make it easy to explore new flavors or stock freezers with premium cuts.