Grass-Finished Beef Production — FarmPal
Raising cattle entirely on managed pasture from weaning to finish, producing premium beef without grain while building soil.
Species Involved
Beef cattle (British breeds excel: Angus, Hereford, Devon, Shorthorn)
Key Principles
- •Cattle are herbivores grass is their natural diet
- •Managed grazing mimics natural herd movement
- •High stock density for short duration with long recovery
- •Finish on the best grass (late spring, early fall)
- •Genetics matter select for grass-finishing ability
Infrastructure
Perimeter fencing (high-tensile or woven wire)
Portable electric fencing for paddock subdivision
Water system accessible to all paddocks
Handling facilities for working cattle
Shade if no trees (cattle overheat easily)