Beef Farms & Ranches Near Houston, TX
6 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of Houston, TX. The closest, Circle J Meat, is about 51 miles away in Hempstead. Every listing below includes phone or website contact info so you can check availability, cuts, and prices before you drive out.
6 Ranches Within 75 Miles of Houston
Sorted by driving distance from Houston. 0 within 25 miles, 0 within 50 miles.
Circle J Meat
51 mi from Houston
Hempstead, Texas
Circle J Meat Hempstead, TX-based meat market offering pasture-raised beef, pork, lamb, and more. They process on-site and sell online and in-store. Transparent sourcing, Texas roots, and family-operated. They emphasize animal welfare and clean, flavorful meat.
Goodgrass Farm Dairy and Creamery LLC
51 mi from Houston
Willis, Texas
Goodgrass Farm Dairy and Creamery LLC Willis, TX-based creamery specializing in raw dairy, grass-fed beef, and pastured pork. Operates with holistic, regenerative practices. Direct farm sales and social media presence.
Lazy A Ranch
55 mi from Houston
Bellville, Texas
Lazy A Ranch Bellville, TX ranch raising heritage cattle on certified organic pastures. Offers grass-fed, grass-finished beef with strong attention to regenerative practices. Texas-based pickup and special orders available. Educational outreach included in their mission.
Rook Pastures
60 mi from Houston
Navasota, Texas
Rook Pastures Navasota, TX family farm focused on grass-fed, pasture-raised beef and pork. Emphasizes transparency, soil health, and humane treatment. Offers online ordering and local delivery. A strong community presence and commitment to ethical farming practices.
Jolie Vue Farms
68 mi from Houston
Brenham, Texas
Jolie Vue Farms Brenham, TX diversified pasture-based farm offering beef, pork, and chicken. Subscription meat boxes and farm shares available. Strong commitment to regenerative agriculture.
Shirttail Creek Farm
68 mi from Houston
Brenham, Texas
Shirttail Creek Farm
Map of Beef Ranches Near Houston
All 6 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near Houston
Ranches near Houston 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 Houston. Texas ranchers who sell direct are used to first-time bulk buyers and will walk you through the process — see the Texas state directory for ranches in other parts of the state.
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Beef Ranches Near Houston — FAQs
How many beef farms are near Houston, TX?
There are 6 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of Houston, TX — 0 within 25 miles and 0 within 50 miles. The closest is Circle J Meat in Hempstead, about 51 miles from Houston.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near Houston?
Start with the listings above — 5 of the 6 ranches near Houston list a phone number, and many also have websites. Circle J Meat (Hempstead, 51 mi); Goodgrass Farm Dairy and Creamery LLC (Willis, 51 mi); Lazy A Ranch (Bellville, 55 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 Houston?
Many ranches within 75 miles of Houston 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 Houston?
Circle J Meat is the nearest listed ranch at about 51 miles from Houston, followed by Goodgrass Farm Dairy and Creamery LLC at about 51 miles.