Russell Brothers Farms
Russell Brothers Farms is a local farm that specializes in selling high-quality grass-fed beef and fresh produce. They focus on providing a sustainable and healthy food source directly from the farm, emphasizing excellent customer service and a modern ordering experience. Customers have praised the exceptional quality of the meat and the overall positive buying experience.
How Buying Beef Works
From reservation to your freezer - here's what to expect
Reserve with a deposit
Pay a deposit to hold your spot in the next harvest. The amount varies by farm and product.
Farm schedules processing
The farm coordinates with their USDA-inspected processor. You'll receive updates as your harvest approaches.
Customize your cuts
Fill out a simple cut sheet to specify your preferences - steaks, roasts, ground beef ratios, and more.
Beef is processed & frozen
Your beef is dry-aged, custom cut to your specs, vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen, and labeled for easy identification.
Pay balance & pick up
Final payment is due about 5 days before pickup. Collect your beef directly from the farm or designated pickup location.
Reserve with a deposit
Pay a deposit to hold your spot in the next harvest. The amount varies by farm and product.
Farm schedules processing
The farm coordinates with their USDA-inspected processor. You'll receive updates as your harvest approaches.
Customize your cuts
Fill out a simple cut sheet to specify your preferences - steaks, roasts, ground beef ratios, and more.
Beef is processed & frozen
Your beef is dry-aged, custom cut to your specs, vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen, and labeled for easy identification.
Pay balance & pick up
Final payment is due about 5 days before pickup. Collect your beef directly from the farm or designated pickup location.
About Russell Brothers Farms
Russell Brothers Farms is a local farm that specializes in selling high-quality grass-fed beef and fresh produce. They focus on providing a sustainable and healthy food source directly from the farm, emphasizing excellent customer service and a modern ordering experience. Customers have praised the exceptional quality of the meat and the overall positive buying experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about buying beef direct from the farm
Plan for about 1 cubic foot of freezer space per 15-20 pounds of packaged beef. A quarter cow (typically 100-130 lbs packaged) needs 5-7 cubic feet - about half a standard chest freezer. A half cow needs 10-14 cubic feet, and a whole cow needs a dedicated 15-20+ cubic foot freezer.
Properly vacuum-sealed and frozen beef maintains peak quality for 12-18 months. Ground beef is best used within 4-6 months for optimal taste. Store at 0°F (-18°C) or below. Once thawed, cook within 3-5 days and never refreeze raw thawed meat.
A deposit holds your spot and is applied toward your final payment. The amount varies by farm and product. Contact the farm directly with questions before you reserve.
Absolutely! After placing your deposit, you'll receive a "cut sheet" - a form where you specify your preferences. Choose steak thickness, how many steaks per package, ground beef package sizes, whether you want soup bones, organs, and more. The processor follows your instructions exactly.
The final payment is typically due 5-7 days before your scheduled pickup date. The farm will send you an invoice with the exact amount once the final weight is determined after processing. Payment methods vary by farm.
That's expected! Animal sizes vary naturally. Your final price is based on actual weight, not the estimate. If it's lower, you pay less. If higher, you pay a bit more. Typically the variance is 10-15% from estimates. Your deposit amount stays the same regardless.
Have another question? Message the farm directly
Have Questions?
Message Russell Brothers Farms directly