October 11, 2022

Canada

Yes, we are having to go within 30 miles of the Canadian border to find quality hay for our cattle. This drought that covers a large area, including BF Farms, has gotten so bad that hay is difficult to find – at ANY price!

With so much negativity, I just wanted to find some humor…

Kit Pharo, a rancher in Colorado, asked: Is “sustainable agriculture” an oxymoron? An oxymoron occurs when two contradicting words are used together. Examples: cold sweat, student teacher, friendly fire, holy war, paid volunteer, dry wine, hard water & government intelligence.

Just know, we are fighting through this!

September 12, 2022

BF Farms’ Best Buys

Yes, we get asked this question from time to time… “What is your best buy?”

Is getting the most meat per dollar spent, always the best buy? The answer is yes, if your family enjoys all cuts that a beef provides. A beef can give you as many as 25 different cuts.

A half & whole beef costs approximately $9.50 per pound & includes cuts that cost, $12, $20, $27, & $37 per pound. These cuts may be 40% of the beef.

This is your bonus for ordering a half or whole beef!

Eighth and quarter beef options are a little more – but still under $10 per pound.

Now, if you are a family who does not - or will not - eat many cuts of a beef, ordering a half or whole beef may be not right for you. Getting exactly what you enjoy is always your best buy.

For example, ground beef & roasts are favorites. Steaks are a favorite for other customers, which are typically limited in supply. However, they are always available in an eighth, quarter, half and whole beef option.

We also provide items like brisket, short ribs, stew meat, liver, heart, tongue, broth bones, suet, etc. We strive to meet all our customers’ needs and wants so that everyone has the greatest benefit from their grass-finished beef.

Don’t squat with your spurs on!

Doug Benkendorf

July 28, 2022

Finding Positives

When challenging times are upon us, as we are experiencing now at BF Farms, we must look for positives. This heat and drought are extreme. We have had 3 animals die from the heat, and along with high-energy costs, we could get negative. But it could be worse. Many cattlemen have lost more, and some have had to sell part of their herd.

Now the positives… look at those pear trees loaded with fruit – the best we’ve ever had. As for our cattle? We are seeing them actually getting accustomed to the heat. Can’t say that for me! And the best positive? In spite of so many negatives, our beeves are still finishing well.

We also have exciting plans for the future – because it WILL rain. This is what keeps us going!

Don’t squat with your spurs on!

Doug Benkendorf

June 24, 2022

The Learning Curve

Most often we have thought that a well-balanced meal needs to include an animal protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates. However, we have a number of customers who think differently, and this is getting our attention.

They are eliminating certain carbohydrates, especially grains, and are seeing positive results; more energy, better sleep, better elimination, and many are losing weight.

One of our customers, a retired physician, puts it very simply, “If we want our beef to come from cattle that don’t consume grain, why in the world are we consuming so much grain?”

Does eating meat from a grain fed animal equate to our eating grain products? We want our beef from animals that don’t consume grain, yet we humans eat so many grain products. These products are everywhere! Are we in a Learning Curve?

 I’d like your opinion and comments. Text Doug: 405-834-9240.

Don’t squat with your spurs on!

Doug Benkendorf

May 21, 2022

Triplets

Quite often we get twins from our ewes – mama sheep, but triplets are fairly rare. When a ewe gives birth to triplets, she will often abandon the weakest one. This is just how nature operates. You see, a ewe has just 2 teats; therefore, she can accommodate no more than two at a time. However, this year we have three sets of triplets! The mamas are taking all their babies and they’re doing great so far! They’re learning the concept of sharing!

New births of lambs and calves on the farm is such an enjoyable happening. Just the wonder of whether you’re going to get a boy or girl is one of nature’s best surprises!

MEAT AVAILABILITY:
We should have briskets for everyone this summer.
Our overall supply is good at the moment. however, this can go fast – as we have seen.
Half and whole beeves are booking for late July & August.
We are now stocking a good supply of organ meats - heart, liver, tongue and kidney.