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“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.”
*Brian Kenny - Division Manager, Hearst Ranch Beef*
"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."
*Paul Arenstam - Executive Chef, Summer Kitchen, Berkeley, Ca.*
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.
"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
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.
The American Grassfed Association protects and promotes true grassfed producers & grassfed products through national communication, education, research and marketing efforts.
"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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Survival in today’s beef industry demands innovation, progressive thinking, a keen understanding of the market place and a strong customer orientation, said Terry R. Jochim, C.B.C.I.A. executive director.
“We are honored to be recognized by the CBCIA,” Hearst said. “Hearst Ranch, which my great, great grandfather George Hearst began in 1865, remains committed to sustainable agriculture, social and environmental responsibility and humane animal treatment.
Who’s gonna grow your food when the farms are gone?
Who’s gonna milk the cows when the dairies are gone?
Who’s gonna raise the meat when the ranches are gone?
The supermarket don’t grow no food
Gretchen Roberts at Slashfood.com wrote a great piece about Hearst Ranch Beef:
“Grass fed beef is the ultimate expression of terroir. The cattle eat grass, and the flavor result in the meat is an expression of the land.” – Brian Kenny
Hearst Ranch Beef received a nice mentioned in the LandOfFoodAndWine.com’s discussion of San Luis Obispo County’s agricultural bounty: “San Luis Obispo County: A Culinary Destination for Discerning Tastes.”
The perfect balance between man and nature is exactly what Hearst intended when he began the cattle operation in 1919 and built his famous home overlooking his beloved ranch. The result of all those years of dedication to the land and animals is beef with extraordinary flavor that’s almost as memorable as the surrounding landscape.
Recently I talked with Brian Kenny, the division manager of Hearst Ranch. “If I had one message, it would be that agriculture is good,” said Kenny. In other words, we’re so busy competing for market share that we turn commercial farmers into Public Enemy Number 1. – Marissa Guggiana, Culinate.com
“I’ve spent much of my life on our ranches and I know firsthand
the quality of beef we raise,” says Steve Hearst, the great-grandson
of William Randolph Hearst. “I’m not saying our beef is better, but what I am saying is that our cattle are raised in a free-range, low-stress environment which is all-natural.”
“By contrast, operations such as Hearst Ranch raise their animals without growth-promoting hormones or antibiotics, and don’t confine their livestock to teeming feed lots.” Jacob Adelman – Associated Press Writer
The shop is turning into a cowboy hangout, Brian Lucas said. He said they get a lot of ranch people in there, a lot of locals. He added that they haven’t had a slow day since they opened.
This story about Hearst Ranch Beef and Hearst Ranch Beef Grass-fed, All-Natural Skinless Hot Dogs appeared in the San Luis Obispo Tribune in June of 2008.
An excellent article about Hearst Ranch Beef written by Steve Knudsen recently appeared in San Luis Obispo County Farmer and Rancher magazine. Read the complete article here.
An excellent article written by Cathe Olson appeared in the May issue of HopeDance Magazine. Read the complete article here.
Citizen beef
At Hearst Ranch, cattle are “biological pieces in a biological system”
Wtitten by Steve Bjerklie from MEATPOULTRY.com, April 22, 2008.
“The frankfurters from SF’s Let’s Be Frank are stuffed with grass-fed beef from Hearst Ranch, where the ranchers aggressively manage grazing to reduce the erosion and water pollution typically associated with cattle operations. The beef is hormone- and antibiotic-free, and naturally higher in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.”
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