The grazing Report
Welcome to life at Horstmann Cattle Company! Here, we share updates from the pasture, behind-the-scenes stories, tips for cooking our beef, and insights into regenerative farming. Follow along as we continue our mission to raise nutrient-dense beef, care for the land, and feed our community—one herd at a time.
News From The Farm
Jan 24, 2026
The New Food Pyramid: Why Beef Belongs at the Center of a Healthy Diet
This shift has major implications for how we eat, how we farm, and how we think about food. And for us at Horstmann Cattle Company, it affirms what regenerative farmers have long believed: high-quality beef plays a vital role in a truly nourishing diet.
Dec 22, 2025
Why Buying Beef in Bulk from Local Farmers Is Better for Your Family, Your Community, and the Land
In recent years, more families have started asking important questions about where their food comes from. How was it raised? What impact did it have on the land? And is it truly nourishing the people who eat it?
Nov 9, 2025
Why Buying American Beef Matters | Missouri Ranchers & the Rise of Imported Beef
Imported beef has surged over 300% in 2025. Learn why buying local and regeneratively raised American beef supports farmers, strengthens U.S. food security, and protects your plate.
Oct 26, 2025
Green Forage, Year-Round: Maximizing Grazing Through Pasture Diversity
How Horstmann Cattle Company Maximizes Grazing Through Pasture Diversity
At Horstmann Cattle Company, we're proud to ...
Sep 14, 2025
Amazing Bird Diversity on the Farm: A Visit from the Audubon Society and Missouri River Bird Observatory
This summer, we had the incredible opportunity to work with the Audubon Society and the Missouri River Bird Observatory (MRBO) as part of an important bird survey on our farm.
Aug 10, 2025
New Faces on the Farm: Horstmann Cattle Co. Welcomes a Flock of Sheep
This year, we’re excited to introduce a new addition to the farm: a flock of 150 ewe lambs.
Jul 12, 2025
How Horstmann Cattle Company Thrives Through Hot Missouri Summers Using Regenerative Practices
Summers in Missouri are no joke—sweltering heat, thick humidity, and periods of drought are a regular part of the season. But at Horstmann Cattle Company, these challenges are met head-on with time-tested, regenerative farming practices that support both the land and the livestock.
Apr 27, 2025
Spring at Horstmann Cattle Company: A Season of New Life and Native Wonder
As spring deepens in the rolling, wooded pastures of Owensville, Missouri, Horstmann Cattle Company comes alive—not j...