Proud Sponsor Of The Heritage Radio Network

Branded Beef Manager, Brian Kenny was the guest for the farm report of the inaugural episode of the Heritage Radio Network. He discussed the history of the Hearst Ranch, gave an in-depth look at the philosophy of the ranches and the beef program, and discussed the past, present, and future of agriculture. A Link to the interview can be found here.
Food Alliance Certified For Sustainable Practices

"We've always been proud of our land stewardship and dedication to grass-fed beef. Food Alliance certification proves to our customers that we really walk the walk. We've had an independent inspector on our properties to verify the claims we're making." - Steve Hearst
Certified Humane By Humane Farm Animal Care

Hearst Ranch Beef meets the Humane Farm Animal Care Standards, which include nutritious diet without antibiotics, or hormones, animals raised with shelter, resting areas, sufficient space and the ability to engage in natural behaviors.
Proud Member Of The American Grassfed Association

The American Grassfed Association protects and promotes true grassfed producers & grassfed products through national communication, education, research and marketing efforts.
Hearst Ranch Beef Awarded Good Housekeeping Seal

"We are pleased to announce that Hearst Ranch Beef has been awarded the Good Housekeeping Seal. Our products and our marketing claims have been reviewed by the Good Housekeeping Institute. The Seal ensures that the Good Housekeeping Institute assures the integrity or our product." - Brian Kenny
California Rangeland Trust

The conservation easement negotiated between the American Land Conservancy, California Rangeland Trust and the Hearst Corporation on the Hearst Ranch, East of Highway 1, is held by the California Rangeland Trust, who continually monitors the Ranch insuring the protection of the valuable resources, habitat, history and the working landscape encompassed by the Hearst Ranch.
American Land Conservancy

The conservation easement negotiated between the American Land Conservancy, California Rangeland Trust and the Hearst Corporation on the Hearst Ranch, East of Highway 1, is held by the California Rangeland Trust, who continually monitors the Ranch insuring the protection of the valuable resources, habitat, history and the working landscape encompassed by the Hearst Ranch.
Slow Food Nation 2008

Hearst Ranch Beef was proud to participate in Slow Food Nation, held on Labor Day Weekend, 2008, in San Francisco. Hearst Ranch Beef was featured at a sold-out dinner benefiting the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy at Cafe Americano at the Hotel Vitale. Division Manager, Brian J. Kenny also spoke at several events associated with the conference.
Changemakers' Day 2008

Brian J. Kenny, Division Manager for Hearst Ranch Beef, was featured on two panels at Changemakers' Day at Slow Food Nation, held on Labor Day Weekend, 2008, in San Francisco. Kenny spoke with members of the grass-fed beef industry as well as representatives from several companies involved in Food Alliance Certified Sustainable Agriculture.
Heritage Foods USA

Hearst Ranch Beef is proud to supply it's Grass-fed Beef to Heritage Foods USA. Heritage Foods USA was formed in 2001 by Patrick Martins, founder of Slow Food USA. It is dedicated to celebrating regional cuisines and products. Heritage Foods USA will be launching a web-based food show and radio network, the Heritage Radio Network, in early 2009.

Welcome to the Hearst Ranch Store. Since 1865, the Hearst family has raised cattle on the rich sustainable native grasslands of the Central California coast. Hearst Cattle are grass-fed and grass-finished and humanely raised. Our animals are not given growth hormones or antibiotics, ever. The result is beef with extraordinary flavor that’s as memorable and natural as the surrounding landscape.

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Latest Blog Posts

Hearst Ranch Beef On Apesphere

Writer Christine Arena featured Hearst Ranch Beef in her latest article at Apesphere entitled “Belly of the Beast.”

“Our quality comes from good grazing management, good genetics, and low-stress handling.” – Brian Kenny, Hearst Ranch Beef Division Manager

Hearst Ranch Beef At The James Beard House

Hearst Ranch Beef Will Be Featured at The James Beard House’s “Piedmontese Luncheon” featuring Emma Hearst, Chef/Owner of Sorella in New York City, on April 3, 2009. Emma will be serving some of Sorella’s signature dishes including “Hearst Ranch Beef Carpaccio–Wrapped Grissini with Truffle Aïoli and Orange, Shallot, and Parsley Gremolata.”

Hearst Ranch Beef At The Paso Robles Wine Festival

At the demonstration kitchen, attendees will hear from local chefs as they share their secrets of sourcing local ingredients through 30 minute demonstrations. Samples of Hearst Ranch Beef and California Lamb will be prepared at the outdoor grilling station, guaranteed to send mouth watering aromas throughout the park.

Hearst Ranch Beef In Washington DC

Hearst Ranch Beef was served at Chef Floyd Cardoz’ inauguration dinner in Washington DC.

Hearst Ranch - Linn's Restaurant Partnership

“It just tastes better,” Renee Linn said. “What’s more local than Hearst beef?”

Other restaurants serving Hearst Ranch beef include Aramark’s Café at the Hearst Castle Visitor Center, Sebastian’s General Store & Café and El Chorlito in San Simeon; Inn at Morro Bay and Windows on the Water in Morro Bay; Park Restaurant and Café Roma in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles; and Villa Creek in Paso Robles.