The Difference Between Grass-Fed and Organic Meat

• Posted on 27 July 2014
• By Dr. Jill Tack
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We’ve all heard of grass-fed and organic meat. But have you ever wondered what sets them apart?

It turns out that grass-fed and free-range meat are higher quality meats with more benefits than regular meat. Grass-fed and free-range meat have more essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Many food gurus believe the grass-fed and free-range options are even better than organic ones.

We’ve all heard of grass-fed and organic meat. But have you ever wondered what sets them apart?

It turns out that grass-fed and free-range meat are higher quality meats with more benefits than regular meat. Grass-fed and free-range meat have more essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Many food gurus believe the grass-fed and free-range options are even better than organic ones.

Plus, when you buy grass-fed and free-range meat, you have the added bonus of supporting local, sustainable farmers.

What to Expect from Grass Fed Meat

• More Omega-3’s (essential fatty acids), vitamins E and B, and beta carotene
• High in cancer fighting Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA’s)
• No hormones, antibiotics, or pesticides
• Lower to no risk of E. coli
• Flavorful meat
• Animals have been fed a grain-free diet, which means there will be no grain in their meat
• Animals have less stress because they were raised in a natural environment

What to Expect from Organic Meat

• Animals can be raised on corn or grains
• Animals have less exposure to pastures
• USDA officials check in on the farm and the farm's records for certification, which makes the meat more expensive

Benefits of Both Grass-Fed and Organic Meat

• Pesticide-free farming practices
• Free of synthetic hormones
• No antibiotics in the animal’s feed
• Free of steroids
• No preservatives and additives
• No GMO’s
• No irradiation
• Animals are raised with natural farming methods

We know that many of our customers care about where their food, as well as their pet’s food comes from. That’s why we provide many items that contain free-range or grass-fed meats for your pets at The Pet Beastro.