Grassfed beef is known to be one of the more nutrient-dense proteins on earth
Grassfed beef has a remarkably higher micronutrient profile compared to grain-fed beef. Sunrise Ranch cattle are naturally raised in a safe, humane and environmentally sustainable way.
Our philosophy is that healthy animals produce healthy beef. Sunrise Ranch beef is 100 percent grassfed. It’s low in fat and high in Omega-3 fatty acids, beta-carotene and vitamin E
Our 100 percent grassfed beef is:
- grassfed and grass-finished; no artificial supplements or grain, ever!
- locally raised in Loveland, Colorado
- rotationally grazed
- humanely produced and handled
- No disease prophylaxis antibiotics
- processed locally in a small, family-owned, USDA-inspected facility
- sold in individual cuts and in packs
- from animals that are certified USDA grassfed
Nutritional Benefits of Beef from Grassfed Cattle
- Beef from grassfed cattle contains 3-6 times the Omega-3 fatty acids of that from grain-fed cattle. These fatty acids are important because they are associated with lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Beef from grassfed cattle contains 3 to 5 times the amount of conjugated linoleic acid, which has been shown to help reduce the risk of cancer, especially breast cancer.
- Grassfed cattle produce meat with more minerals and micronutrients, as well as higher levels of vitamins. One study found that beef from grassfed cattle had four times the vitamin E of that from grain-fed cattle.
Our Approach to Raising Beef
Building health is better than fighting disease.
At Sunrise Ranch, we believe that healthy animals raised in harmony with nature produce the highest quality beef. Our approach emphasizes sustainability, humane treatment, and regenerative practices.
We began by finishing 1-year-old Angus/Limousin, Charolais, and Hereford cattle on 120 acres of non-sprayed, irrigated pasture. In 2014, we expanded our efforts by developing a cow/calf operation, which has made our herd self-sustaining. We now maintain a herd of 15 cows, bred annually via artificial insemination to ensure genetic diversity and long-term herd health. In 2020, our beef was officially certified USDA Grass-Fed.
Raised in a safe, humane way
Sunrise Ranch cattle are raised naturally—always with respect for their well-being and the land they graze on. We follow low-stress handling techniques and never implement long term confinement. Our cattle roam across 400 acres of rotationally grazed, non-sprayed pastures, feeding on native grasses and grass hay grown here in our valley and mountain pastures.
No Antibiotics, No Hormones, No Outside Cattle
We do not use antibiotics as a preventative measure, nor do we administer steroids or growth-promoting hormones. Unlike many operations, we raise all of our animals right here—we do not purchase cattle from outside sources. This means we know exactly where our animals come from and what they eat every day of their lives.
Our cows are fed:
- Grass from our own pastures
- Grass/alfalfa mix hay, grown here or sourced locally
- No chemical fertilizers or pesticides have been or are ever used on our fields
The only supplement our cattle receive is continuous access to natural salt and minerals to support their overall health.
Double J Meat Packing
We have our cows processed at Double J Meat Packing in Pierce, Colorado, a locally owned and USDA-approved processor. They dry-age our beef for 21 days and then vacuum-pack the cuts. We have chosen these facilities because they have skilled employees who treat our animals humanely and process small numbers of animals each day, compared to larger corporate facilities that butcher hundreds of animals per hour.
How to Buy
Our Promise to You
It’s easy to place an order; just click here.
If you have any questions, please e-mail them to
sunrisebeef@sunriseranch.org.
- No artificial fertilizers
- No artificial pesticides
- No artificial herbicides
- No added hormones
- No disease prophylaxis antibiotics
- No animal by-products
We offer no-contact delivery to these areas:
• Loveland area
80537, 80538, 80539
• Berthoud/Longmont area
80513, 80542, 80501
• Fort Collins area
80521, 80526, 80525, 80528, 80547
We also offer no-contact pickup at:
Sunrise Ranch
100 Sunrise Ranch Road
Loveland, CO 80538
E-mail sunrisebeef@sunriseranch.org for more information or to have your questions answered.
Come see us at the Fort Collins Farmers Market — June-September 2025
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays at 1001 E. Harmony Road in Fort Collins, Colorado
Our Lamb
Sunrise Ranch sheep are naturally raised in a safe, humane and environmentally sustainable way. Our philosophy is that healthy animals produce healthy meat. We practice only stress-free handling techniques with our livestock. Our herd grazes on non-sprayed pastures using a system known as rotational grazing.
During the summer months, ewes, lambs and rams are moved frequently and enjoy the company of their alpaca and llama guardians. Our sheep are able to eat grass and grass hay from our valley and mountain pasture until they are content.
Our sheep are fed only grass from our pastures and a grass/alfalfa mix hay that we produce or buy from a farm in our valley. Our pastures have never been sprayed with chemical fertilizers or pesticides. The only natural supplement our sheep receive is continuous access to salt.
Read more about our lamb on our Grassfed Lamb page!
Our Produce
At Sunrise Ranch, we have almost 15,000 square feet of greenhouse space. We start our own seedlings in our greenhouses. And our fruits and vegetables are grown on 5 acres that have been maintained with compost and manure since 1945. Our fields have never had any kind of chemicals on them.
We rotate our vegetable patch with annuals, pasture and fallow to ensure proper health of our soil. You can read more about our greenhouses and gardens here.
Read about our philosophy and practices here, and our sustainability practices here.
We sell our beef and produce at Farmers Markets in Loveland and Fort Collins. You can find the locations and times here.
We’re now selling our delicious grassfed beef, lamb and produce online. Visit our online store!