If you run a restaurant or butcher shop in Ontario, or are simply passionate about the quality of food on your plate, you likely already understand the importance of sourcing local produce.
That’s because choosing locally raised meat in Ontario can profoundly improve the quality of flavour in your dishes, as well as customer satisfaction, and your business’s impact on our community and environment.
At Beverly Creek, for the last two decades our family-run farm has seen firsthand how such choices bolster not only business success in Ontario, but also community health and wellbeing.
So, let’s explore reasons why this sourcing locally raised meat matters.
1. Superior Freshness and Rich Flavors
Locally sourced meats boast unparalleled freshness, which translates directly to richer flavours and more tender textures on your plate.
This is because farm-direct meat is often of higher quality and better taste due to fresher, more artisanal processing compared to large-scale commercial meat.
At Beverly Creek, ensuring this freshness is a part of our promise to you.
Our Red and Black Angus beef is celebrated for its rich marbling and deep, robust flavors—testaments to our commitment to naturally raised, grass-fed, grain-finished cattle.
We also take great pride in the quality of our Ontario-reared Southdown, Suffolk and Dorset lambs, which are ethically raised in optimal living conditions and perfected diets.
2. Boosting the Local Economy
When you choose to source meat from local farms, your money stays within the community, multiplying its positive impacts.
It helps create and sustain jobs, supports local families, and keeps the agricultural community vibrant. We see daily how this support helps our farm and neighbors thrive, and it’s something we’re incredibly proud of.
3. Lower Environmental Impact
It’s no secret that producing beef and lamb typically involves higher emissions compared to veggies or grains. Here at Beverly Creek, we’re working hard to lessen that impact wherever possible.
By sourcing our meat right here from local Ontario farms, we drastically cut down on the miles your food travels—significantly lowering the carbon emissions from transportation.
What’s more, we and our fellow local farmers are big on sustainable farming practices. We support practices like rotational grazing, which not only keeps the land healthy but also helps lock carbon back into the soil, and integrated systems that make our farms more resilient and less reliant on synthetic inputs.
By choosing local meats, you’re not just filling plates—you’re supporting local farmers who are working to make our beef and lamb as environmentally friendly as possible.
This approach doesn’t erase all the emissions from meat production, but it’s a step in the right direction. When you choose to buy from Beverly Creek Farms, you’re choosing a business that cares deeply about our planet’s health alongside feeding our community.
4. Transparency You Can Trust
Knowing your farmer and understanding how your food is raised brings a level of trust that’s hard to match.
That’s why at Beverly Creek, we’re committed to being completely open about our processes and ethics. We provide our partners and customers with all the information they need to feel confident in their choice to work with us.
Whether it’s detailing our feed compositions, sharing the specifics of our animal health care routines, or explaining our environmental conservation efforts, we believe in clear and open communication.
This commitment helps strengthen the bond between us and those who enjoy our meats, ensuring that every decision is informed and every purchase supports practices they can be proud of.
5. Healthier Meat, Healthier Patrons
In the farm-to-table movement, locally raised animals aren’t just happier; they’re healthier. They roam more freely and are fed diets that don’t rely on unnecessary antibiotics or growth hormones.
What’s more, meat from animals that are raised in stress-free environments with proper diets is higher in important nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants and lower in fats that can contribute to heart disease.
For restaurant owners, chefs, and butchers, offering meat from a local supplier like Beverly Creek means providing meals that are not only tastier but also contribute to the health of your customers.
You’ll serve dishes crafted from meat that is traceable and produced under stringent ethical standards, giving your customers peace of mind and a superior dining experience.
6. Tailored to Your Needs
Whether you need a specific cut, particular packaging, or advice on seasonal specialties, local farms can provide personalised services that larger suppliers can’t match.
We pride ourselves on meeting your specific needs with precision and care at Beverly Creek. We work closely with chefs, butchers, and restaurateurs to understand their unique culinary visions and operational needs. This collaboration allows us to provide not just the best quality meat, but the right type of meat, cut to your specifications, and delivered in a way that best suits your schedule and storage capabilities.
We also keep a keen eye on the seasons, offering advice and access to the best cuts that align with various times of the year. Whether it’s preparing for holiday menus or sourcing the freshest options for a spring dish, Beverly Creek is your partner in culinary excellence.
Final Word on Locally Raised Meat
Embracing locally raised meat isn’t just a purchasing choice—it’s a commitment to quality, sustainability, and community health.
At Beverly Creek, we’re proud to lead by example, showing that such decisions can profoundly impact our community, environment, and the success of local businesses.
We provide more than just premium meats; we offer a partnership that respects the land and supports the community.
Contact our team today to order locally raised meat in Ontario.