Beef Education Resources
Understanding Beef from Pasture to Plate
At Wright Land & Cattle Co., we believe that when people know more about their food, they feel better about what they’re feeding their families. That’s why we’ve created these simple, easy-to-understand resources to help you learn how beef is raised, graded, and processed—from the pasture to your plate.
Whether you’re buying a beef share, stocking your freezer, or just wanting to learn more about your food, you’re in the right place.
Not sure what the difference is between a chuck roast and a sirloin tip? Our beef cuts guide breaks down the major cuts of beef by region (like rib, loin, and round), shows you how they’re used, and gives helpful cooking suggestions.
What’s the difference between Prime, Choice, and Select? And what does “Yield Grade 2” even mean? This guide makes sense of USDA grading so you know what kind of beef you’re buying—whether you’re after flavor, leanness, or efficiency.
Not all beef is raised the same way—and that matters. This resource walks you through the most common methods used to raise cattle (like grass-finished, grain-finished, pasture-raised, and organic) and explains how each one impacts the animal, the environment, and the final product.