Frequently Asked Questions

Rocky Acres Beef Farm is located in Verner, Ontario, about 1 hour east of Sudbury and 40 minutes west of North Bay. We sell 100% grass-fed, grass-finished Hereford beef directly to customers. Contact us at (705) 594-1490 or rockyacresbeef@gmail.com to place an order.

Pricing varies based on current market conditions and the size of the animal. A quarter beef from Rocky Acres is approximately 100 pounds of meat. Contact us directly and we will personally walk you through the pricing and process.

When you order a quarter beef, you receive a variety of cuts including steaks (ribeye, sirloin, T-bone), roasts (chuck, rump), ground beef, stewing beef, and more. We send you a form to select your preferred cuts, so you can customize your order to your family's preferences.

Grass-fed beef comes from cattle that eat only grass and forage (hay in winter) throughout their lives. Grain-fed cattle are typically finished on corn or other grains. Grass-fed beef is leaner, has a different flavor profile, and contains higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). At Rocky Acres, our cattle are 100% grass-fed and grass-finished.

Yes, grass-fed beef offers several nutritional benefits. It is leaner than grain-fed beef, contains more omega-3 fatty acids, has higher levels of vitamins A and E, and contains more conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). Our beef is also raised without antibiotics or growth hormones, making it a cleaner, more natural choice.

Our beef is 100% grass-fed and grass-finished. We never feed our cattle grain at any point in their lives. From birth to finish, our Hereford cattle eat only grass in the summer and hay in the winter. This is the natural diet for cattle and produces the healthiest, most nutritious beef.

Ordering is simple: 1) Contact us by phone at (705) 594-1490 or email at rockyacresbeef@gmail.com, or fill out our contact form. 2) We will personally call you to discuss pricing and walk you through the process. 3) You'll receive a cut selection form to choose your preferred cuts. 4) We'll arrange pickup or delivery of your order.

Properly wrapped and frozen grass-fed beef can last 12-18 months in a freezer. Ground beef is best used within 3-4 months for optimal quality. We recommend vacuum-sealing or using freezer paper to prevent freezer burn. A quarter beef (approximately 100 pounds) will fit in a standard chest freezer.

No. Rocky Acres cattle are raised without the use of antibiotics or growth hormones. Our animals are raised in a natural, stress-free environment with a natural diet of grass and hay, clean water, and plenty of room to roam and graze.

We raise Hereford cattle. Herefords are especially hardy and naturally well-suited for Northern Ontario's climate and ecology. They are known for producing high-quality, well-marbled beef with excellent flavor.

Rocky Acres was certified organic from 2006 to 2018. We continue to follow organic and sustainable farming practices, raising our cattle without antibiotics or growth hormones. However, we are no longer certified organic because we rely on help from local farmers during haying season who have not undergone organic certification.

A quarter beef (approximately 100 pounds) typically requires about 4-5 cubic feet of freezer space. A standard chest freezer of 7 cubic feet or larger will easily accommodate a quarter beef with room to spare.

Yes! Rocky Acres Beef Farm is conveniently located just 40 minutes west of North Bay in Verner, Ontario. We sell 100% grass-fed, grass-finished Hereford beef directly to families in North Bay and the surrounding Nipissing District. Our family farm has been serving North Bay area customers since 2001. Call us at (705) 594-1490 or email rockyacresbeef@gmail.com to place an order.

Contact us to discuss delivery options. We are located in Verner, Ontario, and serve customers in the Sudbury, North Bay, and surrounding Northern Ontario areas. Call us at (705) 594-1490 to arrange pickup or discuss delivery possibilities.

We're a small family-owned farm, so most orders need to be picked up from our farm in Verner, Ontario. However, if you're flexible with the date, we may be able to work something out. Give us a call at (705) 594-1490 and we'll see what we can do!