Magnolia Grassfed

“Mimicking ancient herding behaviors to regenerate and preserve the land.”

We got to spend an early evening in the meadow with our local rancher, Woody Woodward. I knew a little about the work he was doing with the animals and we have a freezer stocked with some of the best beef we have ever eaten from his ranch. What Woody is doing through Magnolia Grassfed is so much more than just providing delicious food. His practices are helping maintain the health of the meadows by mimicking ancient herding behaviors. Woodys work with the ecology of the meadow supports the grater wildlife sanctuary this community calls home.

"Through proper stewardship, we not only strive to increase the value of our land, but to preserve and promote the immediate and long-term value of local agriculture." -W. Woodward

LOCAL

Magnolia Grassfed is raising and marketing grass fed, antibiotic and hormone-free protein at a local level. They are dedicated to supporting the balance and preservation of our natural and agricultural resources.

REGENERATIVE

Utilizing holistic resource management techniques, they accelerate the regeneration of the land. These practices strengthen the value of our natural resources for the generations ahead.

“the soils get healthier”

SOIL FERTILITY

They supervise the herd with frequent pasture changes mimicking ancient herding behaviors. This grazing approach encourages carbon sequestration and nitrogen production which improves the soil health. As the soil gets healthier, it increases its water absorption and supplies more water to the underground aquifer. When the soil is vital, so are the native plants and the cycle of the local wildlife.

WILDLIFE DIVERSITY

The herds are monitored to graze the meadows up to about 50 percent. This amount of grazing stimulates root growth while leaving enough plants to grow to produce seeds. The meadows thrive with this amount of grazing which also aids in carbon sequestration and the overall vitality of the wildlife habitat.

COMMUNITY

Providing the best quality of meats for the local community as well as community involvement, education and what we call fun…. cattle drives! .Find them online or at the Nederland Farmers Market. Take a look around your neighborhood… Do you know your local rancher?