Beef Farms & Ranches Near Meridian, ID
3 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of Meridian, ID. The closest, McIntyre Pastures, is about 19 miles away in Caldwell. Every listing below includes phone or website contact info so you can check availability, cuts, and prices before you drive out.
3 Ranches Within 75 Miles of Meridian
Sorted by driving distance from Meridian. 1 within 25 miles, 1 within 50 miles.
McIntyre Pastures
19 mi from Meridian
Caldwell, Idaho
McIntyre Pastures Caldwell, Idaho family farm selling beef, pork, chicken, and eggs. Website has product info but lacks shipping or ecommerce functionality
Malheur River Meats
54 mi from Meridian
Vale, Oregon
Malheur River Meats Vale, OR producer specializing in grass-fed and finished beef. Focus on regenerative grazing, dry-aged meat, and local processing. Ships regionally
Cunningham Pastured Meats
55 mi from Meridian
Jordan Valley, Oregon
Cunningham Pastured Meats Jordan Valley farm producing pasture-raised meats including beef and pork. Transparent sourcing, regional delivery, and a mission rooted in regenerative agriculture
Map of Beef Ranches Near Meridian
All 3 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near Meridian
Ranches near Meridian sell beef two main ways: by the cut at the farm or a farmers market, and in bulk as a quarter, half, or whole animal for the freezer. Bulk is usually the lowest price per pound, but it requires planning — you pay hanging weight plus cut-and-wrap fees at a local processor, and you'll need freezer space at home (figure 8–12 cubic feet for a half).
When you contact a rancher from the list above, ask four things: how the cattle are finished (grass-finished or grain-finished), current pricing, which processor they use, and pickup or delivery options around Meridian. Idaho ranchers who sell direct are used to first-time bulk buyers and will walk you through the process — see the Idaho state directory for ranches in other parts of the state.
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Beef Ranches Near Meridian — FAQs
How many beef farms are near Meridian, ID?
There are 3 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of Meridian, ID — 1 within 25 miles and 1 within 50 miles. The closest is McIntyre Pastures in Caldwell, about 19 miles from Meridian.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near Meridian?
Start with the listings above — 3 of the 3 ranches near Meridian list a phone number, and many also have websites. McIntyre Pastures (Caldwell, 19 mi); Malheur River Meats (Vale, 54 mi); Cunningham Pastured Meats (Jordan Valley, 55 mi) Call or visit to ask about cuts, availability, and pricing.
Can I buy a half or quarter cow near Meridian?
Many ranches within 75 miles of Meridian sell freezer beef by the quarter, half, or whole animal in addition to individual cuts. When you call, ask about hanging-weight pricing, cut-and-wrap fees at the processor, and how much freezer space you'll need (a half beef typically fills roughly 8–12 cubic feet).
How far is the nearest beef ranch from Meridian?
McIntyre Pastures is the nearest listed ranch at about 19 miles from Meridian, followed by Malheur River Meats at about 54 miles.