FAQ
Q: Where is our farm located at?
A: In Rural Beloit, Kansas. About as centrally located in the United States as you can get. We still live on the homestead place where our ancestors homesteaded in 1885. Currently, the 5th generation son operates/manages the farm to continue the legacy of the Shamburg family tree for centuries to come.
Q: Are we involved in our local community?
A: Being in a small community that consist of around 3,500 residents it is very important to us and our community that we are actively involved in making our community a better place to live. To keep this community thriving we support it as much as we can by shopping locally. We believe this is the best place to live with friendly/considerate people that surround you in everyday life.
Q: Where is the meat processed?
A: Our beef is sent to Krehbiels Specialty Meats in McPherson, KS for butchering, packaging, and fulfillment.
Q: How do we reserve the freshness of the meat?
A: All our meat in vacuum sealed to keep all the flavor inside until it is served at your dinner table.
Q: Would you like to see a specific Value Pack to get the best bang for your dollar?
A: Let us know through our e-mail or give us a call. We would like to hear your thoughts on how we can better supply you!
Q: Are we 100% grass-fed?
A: We are 100% grass-fed AND finished beef. This means from the day they are born they are NEVER supplemented with grain. They spend their entire life grazing on pasture and cover crop grasses which allows them to get their natural exercise daily. This allows for them to have a balanced diet since there are anywhere from 10-20 different species of plants growing at the same time in our pastures and cover crops. Our beef are supplemented with brome grass hay in the winter months when grazing power is low.
Q: Is grass-fed beef healthier over grain-fed?
A: Grass-fed beef usually has higher concentrations of some nutrients: antioxidants, some vitamins, a kind of fat called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and the long-chain omega-3 fats mostly found in fish. Grass-fed cattle have less fat overall. Omega-3 levels in grass-fed beef generally are about 50% higher than common grain-fed beef.
Q: Where do we deliver?
A: We deliver anywhere in the 48 continental states. We can deliver to any of these states in 3 days or less; except for Maine, which takes 4 days.
Q: Why is our shipping cost so high?
A: It is hard to avoid the shipping cost being that this product must stay particularly to completely frozen throughout entire shipment process. With that said, products are shipped in a styrofoam cooler packed with dry ice. Our shipping rates are:
- $20.00 less then 10 pounds product
- $30.00 11-25 pounds product
- $40.00 26-50 pounds product
We have set some variety packs up to help you get the most product into a cooler as possible. As always set up your own variety pack, but keep these figures in the back of your mind so you are not surprised at checkout.
Q: Will I be able to track my shipping?
A: Yes, you will. Depending on rates, we will choose the best shipping company to best serve you and your needs.
NOTE: We only fulfill orders Monday-Wednesday so that we can ensure arrival of product safely before the weekend.
Q: Are we independently owned?
A: All meat that we sell comes from our cows that we have calved and raised ourselves and are never more then 10 miles from our family farm until the day they go to slaughter. Some companies contract their cattle; this is not us! We know exactly where/when/what our cattle have been eating and it is important to us to know these facts so that our consumers (You), as well, can have this information if requested upon.
Q: What is dry aging?
A: Dry aging is the natural process of tenderizing the meat. This is done right after slaughter known as hanging weight ("field dress" for you hunters). Depending on the animal, our animals may hang up to 21 days. This is an advantage to you because you also don't have to pay for the extra water weight, which can be up to 30%
Q: Interested in buying a quarter or half beef for the best dollar per pound?
A: Call Luke or Lynn under the "contact" page for current pricing and to set it up for you!
Q: Want to know more about our cattle/farming operation?
A: Give us a call and we would love to visit with you about our beliefs. We think connecting with our customers is important so you may be better informed on you farming/Ranching food industry. Hearing ideas and thoughts from you is what we are here for. We work for you!