Raising Beef in Montana
Raising beef is a complex process, but throughout the entire journey, one thing remains constant – the shared commitment to raising cattle in a safe, humane and environmentally sustainable way by using the latest technology and resources. Learn more about the process involved in raising beef from the pasture to the plate. We are the beef community.
Production STory
Across the journey of raising beef, one thing remains constant – the beef community’s shared commitment to raising cattle in a safe and environmentally sustainable way.
Beef Safety
Safety plays an essential function across the beef lifecycle journey – from the cattle ranches across the U.S., to the meat processing plants, to your kitchen table.
Beef Sustainability
A sustainable food supply balances efficient production with environmental, social and economic impacts with Beef Quality Assurance protocols.
Environmental Stewardship Award Program
Environmental Stewardship Award winners are prime examples of how environmental management benefits both the rancher’s bottom line and the resources in their care. Learn more about the award winning Montana ranches below.
RETHINK THE RANCH
Raising beef is a complex process, but throughout the entire journey, one thing remains constant – the shared commitment to raising cattle in a safe, humane and environmentally sustainable way by using the latest technology and resources. Currently, more than 700,000 cattle farms and ranches in the United States, with an average herd size of 40 cattle, produce 19 percent of the world's beef. Learn more about the people and the process involved in raising beef from the pasture to the plate.
BEEF SUSTAINABILITY FOR KIDS
Beef farmers and ranchers are committed to raising cattle in a way that is good for the planet. In fact, cattle do more than provide beef for you to eat: they also preserve the land where they live. Use the videos, games and images below to learn about the hard-working families who help feed the world and care for land across the United States.