Beef Farms & Ranches Near Manhattan, KS
7 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of Manhattan, KS. The closest, Lazy Heart D Bison/Beefmasters, is about 18 miles away in Westmoreland. Every listing below includes phone or website contact info so you can check availability, cuts, and prices before you drive out.
7 Ranches Within 75 Miles of Manhattan
Sorted by driving distance from Manhattan. 2 within 25 miles, 4 within 50 miles.
Lazy Heart D Bison/Beefmasters
18 mi from Manhattan
Westmoreland, Kansas
Lazy Heart D Ranch Westmoreland, KS. Bison and Beefmaster cattle. Direct to consumer No ecommerce
Renner Dairy Farm
24 mi from Manhattan
Paxico, Kansas
Renner Dairy Farm is a family ranch selling beef direct in Paxico, Kansas. Like most ranches selling direct, they typically offer individual cuts and freezer beef in larger quantities. Contact Renner Dairy Farm at 785-217-1120 or via facebook.com for current availability, cuts, and pricing.
Chapman Creek Cattle Company
48 mi from Manhattan
Topeka, Kansas
Chapman Creek Cattle Company Topeka, KS. Grass-fed beef shares. Order by phone or email No ecommerce
Bryant Family Farm
49 mi from Manhattan
Topeka, Kansas
Bryant Family Farm Topeka, KS. Grass-fed meats and local farm goods. Farm-based sales No shipping info
Renaissance Farms
57 mi from Manhattan
Emporia, Kansas
Renaissance Farms Emporia, KS. Heritage breeds and heirloom produce. Call to order No ecommerce
Tallgrass Beef Company
65 mi from Manhattan
Sedan, Kansas
Tallgrass Beef Company Sedan, KS. Premium grass-fed beef. Nationwide shipping available Online store
MJ Ranch
74 mi from Manhattan
Lawrence, Kansas
MJ Ranch Lawrence, KS. 100% grass-fed beef. Quarter, half, whole beef options No ecommerce
Map of Beef Ranches Near Manhattan
All 7 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near Manhattan
Ranches near Manhattan sell beef two main ways: by the cut at the farm or a farmers market, and in bulk as a quarter, half, or whole animal for the freezer. Bulk is usually the lowest price per pound, but it requires planning — you pay hanging weight plus cut-and-wrap fees at a local processor, and you'll need freezer space at home (figure 8–12 cubic feet for a half).
When you contact a rancher from the list above, ask four things: how the cattle are finished (grass-finished or grain-finished), current pricing, which processor they use, and pickup or delivery options around Manhattan. Kansas ranchers who sell direct are used to first-time bulk buyers and will walk you through the process — see the Kansas state directory for ranches in other parts of the state.
Beef Farms Near Other Cities Close to Manhattan
Beef Ranches Near Manhattan — FAQs
How many beef farms are near Manhattan, KS?
There are 7 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of Manhattan, KS — 2 within 25 miles and 4 within 50 miles. The closest is Lazy Heart D Bison/Beefmasters in Westmoreland, about 18 miles from Manhattan.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near Manhattan?
Start with the listings above — 6 of the 7 ranches near Manhattan list a phone number, and many also have websites. Lazy Heart D Bison/Beefmasters (Westmoreland, 18 mi); Renner Dairy Farm (Paxico, 24 mi); Chapman Creek Cattle Company (Topeka, 48 mi) and others are listed above. Call or visit to ask about cuts, availability, and pricing.
Can I buy a half or quarter cow near Manhattan?
Many ranches within 75 miles of Manhattan sell freezer beef by the quarter, half, or whole animal in addition to individual cuts. When you call, ask about hanging-weight pricing, cut-and-wrap fees at the processor, and how much freezer space you'll need (a half beef typically fills roughly 8–12 cubic feet).
How far is the nearest beef ranch from Manhattan?
Lazy Heart D Bison/Beefmasters is the nearest listed ranch at about 18 miles from Manhattan, followed by Renner Dairy Farm at about 24 miles.