Beef Farms & Ranches Near Sumter, SC
4 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of Sumter, SC. The closest, Maypop Farm, is about 38 miles away in Darlington. Every listing below includes phone or website contact info so you can check availability, cuts, and prices before you drive out.
4 Ranches Within 75 Miles of Sumter
Sorted by driving distance from Sumter. 0 within 25 miles, 1 within 50 miles.
Maypop Farm
38 mi from Sumter
Darlington, South Carolina
Maypop Farm Darlington, SC farm specializing in pasture-raised chicken and free-range eggs. Strong local presence, selling directly to consumers with a focus on humane and clean production.
Wishbone Heritage Farms
52 mi from Sumter
St. George, South Carolina
Wishbone Heritage Farms St. George, SC regenerative farm producing pastured beef, lamb, and poultry. Heritage breeds raised with care and transparency. Active on Facebook and committed to ethical food systems.
Puddle Moon Farm
69 mi from Sumter
Edgemoor, South Carolina
Puddle Moon Farm Edgemoor, SC family farm producing pasture-raised meats and eggs. Practices sustainable farming methods with an emphasis on soil health, animal welfare, and community connection.
Peaceful Meadows Farm
71 mi from Sumter
Marshville, North Carolina
Peaceful Meadows Farm Marshville, NC. Family-run farm with bulk beef options. Basic website with phone/email for orders. No cart
Map of Beef Ranches Near Sumter
All 4 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near Sumter
Ranches near Sumter 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 Sumter. South Carolina ranchers who sell direct are used to first-time bulk buyers and will walk you through the process — see the South Carolina state directory for ranches in other parts of the state.
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Beef Ranches Near Sumter — FAQs
How many beef farms are near Sumter, SC?
There are 4 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of Sumter, SC — 0 within 25 miles and 1 within 50 miles. The closest is Maypop Farm in Darlington, about 38 miles from Sumter.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near Sumter?
Start with the listings above — 3 of the 4 ranches near Sumter list a phone number, and many also have websites. Maypop Farm (Darlington, 38 mi); Wishbone Heritage Farms (St. George, 52 mi); Puddle Moon Farm (Edgemoor, 69 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 Sumter?
Many ranches within 75 miles of Sumter 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 Sumter?
Maypop Farm is the nearest listed ranch at about 38 miles from Sumter, followed by Wishbone Heritage Farms at about 52 miles.