Pasture-Raised Meats from Nebraska Family Farms
Free-Range Poultry, Grass-Fed Lamb, Pasture-Raised Pork, and Nebraska Bison
In addition to our grass-fed beef, we offer flavorful, nutrient-rich lamb, pasture-raised pork, poultry, and bison -- all raised on Nebraska farms and available for delivery to customers in Omaha, Lincoln, and surrounding communities.
It's easy to try something new. You can add any of these meats to your regular beef order and enjoy a wider variety of pasture-raised foods. And with our grass-fed meat cooking tips and simple, delicious recipes, you'll be preparing them with confidence from the very first meal.
Just like our cattle, these animals are raised outdoors on forage-rich land -- without growth stimulants, routine antibiotics, or confinement systems.
Shop Our Other Local Nebraska, Pasture-Raised & Grass-Fed Meats:
Delivered to the Omaha & Lincoln area.
Free-Range: Chicken, Turkey & Eggs
Our humanely raised, free-range chickens and turkeys forage naturally on healthy grassland. To keep them safe from predators while ensuring they enjoy a life outdoors, we use mobile, floorless shelters. This allows our birds constant access to fresh pasture, sunshine, and insects -- the way nature intended.
This lower-stress, pasture-based lifestyle eliminates the need for antibiotics or medicated feeds, resulting in clean, nutrient-dense meat with incredible flavor.
"Real chicken flavor -- not like the bland grocery store chickens."
"Size & Yield" Note for All Pastured Poultry
Heritage birds have a more athletic build -- longer legs and slightly smaller breasts -- compared to the "double-breasted" industrial hybrids that are bred to be stationary.
For holiday gatherings, customers should aim for 1.5 to 2 lbs per person (compared to the standard 1 lb per person for supermarket birds). This accounts for the different bone-to-meat ratio and ensures everyone gets plenty of that flavor-dense meat, with enough left over for the legendary "next-day" soup.
For additional tips, visit our Cooking Guide for Pastured Poultry, Lamb, Pork, and Bison Meat.
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Pasture-Raised, Heritage Breed Chicken
Why to Buy:
- Muscular Texture: Unlike "mushy" commercial poultry, these slow-growth heritage chickens have a natural, firm texture that holds up beautifully to roasting.
- Deep Golden Skin: High levels of carotenoids from a pasture-raised, non-GMO diet result in skin that crisps up to a rich, golden hue.
- Rich Broth Potential: The bones of slower-growing birds are more mineral-dense, making for a superior, gelatin-rich bone broth.
- High Vitamin D: As free-range birds absorbing daily sunlight, they offer significantly higher Vitamin D levels in every serving.
- Antibiotic-Free by Design: Raised with fresh air and space, these birds are naturally healthy and 100% free of preventative antibiotics or hormones.
- Clean Fat Profile: Enjoy a healthy Omega-3 to Omega-6 ratio that is far superior to grain-heavy, factory-farmed poultry.
- Ethically Raised: Our commitment to high animal welfare leads to lower cortisol levels, improving the tenderness and quality of the meat.
Current Pasture-Raised Chicken Prices:
- Whole pastured chickens (avg. 4 lbs): $5.75/lb
- Chicken & turkey giblets: $5.75/lb
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Pasture-Raised, Heritage Turkey
Why to Buy:
- Intense Heritage Flavor: Avoid the blandness of grocery store birds; our heritage turkeys offer a savory depth of flavor that defines a "real" turkey feast.
- Higher Succulence: The natural fat distribution in pasture-raised turkeys keeps the meat moist without the need for injected saline or "basting" solutions.
- Balanced Anatomy: These birds offer a proportionate ratio of white meat to nutrient-dense dark meat, providing more flavor per pound.
- Zero Fillers: You are buying 100% pure turkey -- no preservatives, no "natural flavors," and no chemical additives.
- Regenerative Grazing: Our turkeys play a vital role in regenerative agriculture, naturally fertilizing the soil and managing pests.
- Active Foraging: A diverse diet of seeds and vegetation creates a complex flavor profile that changes beautifully with the seasons.
- Local Freshness: Buying from a local Omaha and Lincoln-area rancher ensures a fresh bird that hasn't spent months in deep-freeze storage.
Current Pasture-Raised, Heritage Turkey Prices:
- Whole pastured turkeys (16–18 lbs): $5.75/lb
- Chicken & turkey giblets: $5.75/lb
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Local, Farm Fresh, Free Range Eggs
Why to Buy:
- Vibrant Orange Yolks: A visual "seal of quality" from pastured hens eating a diet high in chlorophyll and natural nutrients.
- Stronger Shells: Access to a diverse mineral diet results in thicker, stronger shells that naturally protect the egg's freshness.
- Stand-Up Whites: The "albumen" is thicker and firmer -- the signature mark of a truly fresh, local egg.
- High Omega-3s: Our pasture-raised eggs contain up to 2.5 times more heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids than conventional eggs.
- Nutrient-Dense: Enjoy significantly more Vitamin A and Vitamin E with a third less cholesterol than factory-farmed alternatives.
- Eye Health Support: High levels of lutein and zeaxanthin provide both the rich color and vital antioxidants.
- Superior Culinary Performance: The structural integrity of these eggs provides better lift for bakers and richer flavor for custards and sauces.
Current Pasture-Raised Egg Prices:
- Pasture-raised eggs: $6.25/dozen
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Pasture-Raised, Heritage Pork
Our pastured pork comes from hogs that are raised on pasture with access to forage, clean water, mixed grains, and space to root and play. No antibiotics, growth promoters, or pesticides are used. We favor hardy heritage breeds known for exceptional flavor and better marbling. To meet demand, we partner with neighboring farmers who share our standards -- learn more on our Cooperating Farmers page.
"What pork is supposed to taste like."
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Heritage-Breed, Pastured Pork
Why to Buy:
- The "Olive Oil of Meat": When pigs eat a natural pasture diet, their fat becomes higher in monounsaturated oleic acid -- the same healthy fat found in olive oil.
- Real Marbling: Heritage pork breeds are known for "intramuscular fat," providing a buttery tenderness that conventional "lean" pork lacks.
- No "Water Weight": Commercial pork is often injected with brine; pasture pork is dense and shrinks less during cooking, giving you more meat for your money.
- High in Vitamin E: A powerful antioxidant that is significantly higher in pigs that forage on grass and roots.
- Deep Rosy Color: You'll notice the meat is a deep pink or red, rather than the "pale grey" of industrial pork, indicating a higher myoglobin and nutrient content.
- Distinct Seasonality: Depending on what they forage (like fallen fruit or nuts), the flavor of the pork can take on subtle, delicious nuances.
- Ethical Sourcing: Knowing the pigs lived outdoors, socialized, and rooted in the dirt provides peace of mind for the conscious consumer.
Current Pasture-Raised Pork Cuts & Prices:
Breakfast & Provisions
Perfect for starting the day or adding flavor to your favorite recipes.
- Bacon (1 lb): $9.75/lb
- Breakfast links (1 lb): $8.00/lb
- Bulk sausage (1 lb): $7.50/lb
- Fresh side meat (1 lb): $8.00/lb
Roasts & Slow-Cooking
Ideal for Sunday dinners, BBQ, or slow-cooker meals.
- Shoulder roasts (2–3 lbs): $7.50/lb
- Spareribs (1–2 lb slabs): $7.50/lb
- Ham hocks: $6.00/lb
Kitchen Staples & Chops
Versatile cuts for quick pan-searing or family weeknight dinners.
- Chops (bone-in, 2/pkg): $8.25/lb
- Ground pork (lean, 1 lb): $7.25/lb
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Pasture-Raised Lamb
High demand for ethically sourced lamb meat never stops, so we now partner with the Thiltge family of Rulo, Nebraska. They are producers of premium, grass-fed lamb raised entirely on pasture. The Thiltge family's commitment to forage-based feeding and humane care results in exceptional quality.
To buy tender, flavorful lamb meat, naturally raised on lush Nebraska grasslands, give us a call. We'll confirm availability and schedule a delivery time that works for you.
"A flavorful option for everyday meals and special occasion gatherings."
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Pasture-Raised Lamb Meat
Why to Buy:
- High CLA Levels: Lamb is one of nature's best sources of conjugated linoleic acid, a fatty acid known for its potential to help reduce body fat.
- Brain Health: Rich in vitamin B12 and selenium, which are vital for cognitive function and immune support.
- Anti-Inflammatory: The high Omega-3 to Omega-6 ratio helps fight systemic inflammation in the body.
- Delicate, Clean Flavor: Grass-finishing prevents the "heavy" or "gamey" tallow taste sometimes found in older or grain-fed sheep.
- Natural Tenderness: Lamb is harvested at a young age and raised on lush forage, ensuring the meat remains tender without the need for artificial aging.
- Premium "Heart-Friendly" Red Meat: Its unique fat composition makes it a staple of the Mediterranean diet, widely considered the healthiest in the world.
- Sustainable Landscapes: Sheep can graze on hilly terrain that isn't suitable for crops, turning "unproductive" land into high-quality protein.
Current Lamb Meat Types & Pricing:
- Ground lamb: email for price
- Lamb kabobs & stew meat: email for price
- Lamb chops: email for price
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Pasture-Raised Bison
Our bison meat comes from one of Nebraska's most respected bison ranches, located near Burchard Lake Wildlife Management Area. These animals graze tallgrass prairie with no grain supplementation and are field-harvested and processed locally.
Wondering where to buy high-quality bison meat in Omaha, Lincoln, or nearby communities? Contact us. We'll confirm the current availability and schedule your delivery order.
"Bison is my husband's favorite red meat -- light and healthy."
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Bison Meat
Why to Buy:
- The Ultimate Lean Protein: Naturally leaner than beef and even many cuts of chicken or fish, making it ideal for heart health and weight management.
- High Iron Content: Provides a significant energy boost; bison is often recommended for those with iron deficiencies because of its high bioavailability.
- Non-Allergenic Qualities: Many people who have sensitivities to grain-fed beef find that they can digest grass-finished bison without issue.
- No Growth Hormones: By law, bison cannot be raised with growth hormones, ensuring a pure, natural product.
- Low Calorie, High Nutrient: You get more protein and minerals per calorie than almost any other red meat.
- Ancestral Diet: Since these animals are rarely "finished" on grain in the same way cattle are, they offer a truly wild nutritional profile.
- Carbon Sequestration: Bison grazing patterns are uniquely suited to restoring native grasslands and capturing carbon in the soil.
Current Bison Meat Cuts & Pricing:
- Ground bison: email for price
- Bison roasts: email for price
- Bison steaks: email for price
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Updated Apr. 26, 2025. Prices may change without notice.
Where to Buy Pawnee Pride Meats
More personalized than online ordering.
Better selection & prices than your local market.
Call us to place your order and we deliver it directly to you -- no middlemen, no store markups. It's the freshest, most transparent way to buy local, pasture-raised meats.
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For additional cooking tips, visit our Grassfed Cooking page.
To learn more about our ranching philosophy, see The Rohrbaugh Ranch Story.
The Rohrbaugh Family