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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.

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Hearst Ranch Featured at the Cambria Historical Society

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.

New Hearst Ranch Film: Interview with Rowdy Russell

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.

Hearst Corporation Buys Meat Packing Plant in Bankruptcy Sale

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.”

Saddle Stories - "Push to Burnett"

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.

Recent Survey Finds that Farmers and Ranchers are "Green"

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.”