Protocols

Our commitment to 100% Grass-Fed and Finished ensures that every animal enjoys a natural diet of fresh pasture grass during grazing seasons and high-quality grass hay or silage in the winter. We rotate our animals to fresh pastures, ensuring they receive the best nutrition without any grains, supplemented only by necessary minerals to promote their health and well-being.

At SunBerry Orchard & Pastures, when necessary we supplement certain animals' diets with Non-GMO grains, ensuring that every grain-fed animal receives only the highest quality, non-genetically modified feed. This commitment to non-GMO practices supports our broader mission of sustainable and responsible farming.

Our No Hormones or Steroids protocol is a testament to our natural rearing practices. We never administer hormones or steroids to our animals, ensuring that the meat you enjoy is as wholesome and natural as possible, reflecting our dedication to purity and quality.

In line with our commitment to natural rearing practices, our No Antibiotics or Drugs protocol ensures that our animals are raised in healthy environments, minimizing the need for medical interventions. We only consider antibiotics in life-threatening situations, adhering to strict withdrawal periods to ensure the integrity of our products.

Our Pasture-Raised protocol reflects our belief in the importance of a natural, outdoor environment for our animals. During grazing seasons, our animals roam freely in our lush pastures, and during the Midwest winters, they are sheltered with ample space and feed, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the year.

Consistent with our ethical farming practices, our No Animal By-Products protocol ensures that our animals are fed a natural diet free from any animal by-products, promoting their health and ensuring the purity of our meat.

Recognizing the dietary needs of our customers, our Gluten-Free protocol guarantees that all our meats are safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, ensuring that everyone can enjoy our products without concern.

In keeping with our commitment to natural, wholesome food, our No Nitrate or Nitrite protocol means we avoid these additives in our meats, offering you products that are as close to nature as possible. Some people have allergies to nitrates and cannot consume processed meats. Products marked with this protocol are guaranteed to not have any additives. 

Our Dry-Aged 14 Days protocol enhances the flavor and tenderness of our beef, a practice that sets our products apart from the conventional market. This aging process allows for a concentration of flavors and a superior texture, reflecting our dedication to quality.

Aligned with our all-natural ethos, our No MSG protocol ensures that our meats are free from monosodium glutamate, offering you pure, unadulterated flavors that celebrate the genuine taste of our high-quality meats.

Our Humanely Slaughtered protocol ensures that all animals are treated with the utmost respect and care throughout their lives, including the slaughtering process. Until we have our own facility, we partner with local, family-owned butcheries that share our commitment to ethical practices, ensuring a humane end for our animals.