Hearst Corporation Buys Meat Plant - Kaney Foods will reopen it as White Stone Meat Packing
“We have worked with John Kaney and Kaney Foods for a number of years and know first-hand their integrity and the quality of service they provide,” said Hearst Ranch Beef Division Manager Brian Kenny. “We are confident this new business venture will be a great success.”
"Hearst Ranch's meat is superb and displays the results of their care, husbandry and traditional ranching methods. We are very pleased to serve Hearst Ranch beef at Summer Kitchen."
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.
Since 1865, the Hearst family has raised cattle on the rich sustainable native grasslands of the Central California coast. The result is beef with extraordinary flavor that’s as memorable and natural as the surrounding landscape.
Discover more about the history of the Hearst Ranch with a visit to the Cambria Historical Museum’s “Ranchers & Stewards” exhibit, on display now through December. You can trace the heritage of this classic cattle ranch from the early days of the dons to the working landscape of today. Throw in a few cowboy profiles and you have the quintessential story of the American West. The museum is located at 2251 Center Street in the heart of Cambria’s East Village. Museum hours are Friday – Sunday, 1 – 4 p.m. and Monday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Visit www.cambriahistoricalsociety.com for more information.
Rowdy, who is three, and is frequently Cliff’s right-hand man. In this video, he discusses his tasks for the day and shows of his first Championship Belt Buckle which he won for Dummy Roping. Rowdy is also Cliff’s grandson.
Kaney Foods to reopen and operate the plant as White Stone Meat Packing
“We are especially committed to opening in time for the Mid-State Fair,” said John Kaney, owner and CEO of Kaney Foods. “We are a full-service company, and we look forward to continuing our tradition of offering a quality product that meets the needs of our local ranchers, markets and restaurants.”
“We have worked with John Kaney and Kaney Foods for a number of years and know first-hand their integrity and the quality of service they provide,” said Hearst Ranch Beef Division Manager Brian Kenny. “We are confident this new business venture will be a great success.”
Ranch Manager Cliff Garrison has been shooting video… Here is the first installment of our nascent “Saddle Stories” series. Here you see some beautiful cattle all slicked up in the morning sun being moved gently. We hope you enjoy it.
Two-thirds of US cattle farms and ranches have been in the same family for two generations or more. American cattle farmers and ranchers have embraced the values of Earth Day for generations, and Americans recognize that commitment. Eighty-six percent of Americans surveyed think cattle farmers and ranchers are committed to environmental preservation.
The conclusion: “This Earth Day, America’s 1 million cattle farmers and ranchers are being recognized as having one of the greenest jobs.”
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