Beef Farms & Ranches Near Milwaukee, WI
11 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of Milwaukee, WI. The closest, Miller Brothers Grass Farm, is about 23 miles away in Oconomowoc. Every listing below includes phone or website contact info so you can check availability, cuts, and prices before you drive out.
11 Ranches Within 75 Miles of Milwaukee
Sorted by driving distance from Milwaukee. 1 within 25 miles, 6 within 50 miles.
Miller Brothers Grass Farm
23 mi from Milwaukee
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Miller Brothers Grass Farm Oconomowoc, WI family-owned operation focused on 100% grass-fed beef raised without hormones or antibiotics. Offers quarters, halves, and wholes with on-farm pickup.
Battle Creek Beef & Bison LLC
30 mi from Milwaukee
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Battle Creek Beef & Bison LLC Oconomowoc, WI farm raising grass-fed beef and pasture-raised bison. No hormones, antibiotics, or animal byproducts. Offers bulk meat sales and local pickup.
The Grassway Farm
33 mi from Milwaukee
East Troy, Wisconsin
The Grassway Farm East Troy, WI organic farm producing grass-fed beef and dairy with regenerative practices. Hosts a farm store, live music events, and on-farm dining. Emphasizes soil health and local food systems.
Starry Nights Farm
37 mi from Milwaukee
Burlington, Wisconsin
Starry Nights Farm Burlington, WI regenerative farm producing 100% grass-fed beef. Practices rotational grazing, soil restoration, and high animal welfare. Available via online store with local and regional delivery.
Hephzibah Farms
48 mi from Milwaukee
Hebron, Illinois
Hephzibah Farms Hebron, Illinois. Faith-based farm offering educational visits and pastured meats. Site lacks clear ecommerce or shipping details
Wanda Farms
50 mi from Milwaukee
Harvard, Illinois
Wanda Farms Harvard, Illinois farm offering beef, pork, and eggs. Strong social presence. Website allows orders but shipping not specified
Out West Farm
56 mi from Milwaukee
Cambridge, Wisconsin
Out West Farm is a family ranch selling beef direct in Cambridge, Wisconsin. Like most ranches selling direct, they typically offer individual cuts and freezer beef in larger quantities. Call (920) 648-5433 for availability, cuts, and current pricing.
Golden Bear Farm
60 mi from Milwaukee
Kiel, Wisconsin
Golden Bear Farm Kiel, WI family farm raising heritage Berkshire pork and grass-fed beef. Prioritizes non-GMO feed, no hormones, and sustainable land management. Offers meat boxes and custom orders online.
Kinnikinnick Farm
64 mi from Milwaukee
Caledonia, Illinois
Kinnikinnick Farm Based in Caledonia, Illinois. Known for seasonal farm stays and natural meats. Facebook and website available. No explicit ecommerce or shipping noted
Hasselmann Family Farm
69 mi from Milwaukee
Marengo, Illinois
Hasselmann Family Farm Located in Marengo, Illinois. Offers pasture-raised meats. Website includes product info but no national shipping noted
Orchard Village
71 mi from Milwaukee
Skokie, Illinois
Orchard Village Located in Skokie, Illinois. Offers a variety of social services. While a farm is mentioned, no direct ecommerce or shipping options for meat listed.
Map of Beef Ranches Near Milwaukee
All 11 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near Milwaukee
Ranches near Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee. Wisconsin ranchers who sell direct are used to first-time bulk buyers and will walk you through the process — see the Wisconsin state directory for ranches in other parts of the state.
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Beef Ranches Near Milwaukee — FAQs
How many beef farms are near Milwaukee, WI?
There are 11 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of Milwaukee, WI — 1 within 25 miles and 6 within 50 miles. The closest is Miller Brothers Grass Farm in Oconomowoc, about 23 miles from Milwaukee.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near Milwaukee?
Start with the listings above — 10 of the 11 ranches near Milwaukee list a phone number, and many also have websites. Miller Brothers Grass Farm (Oconomowoc, 23 mi); Battle Creek Beef & Bison LLC (Oconomowoc, 30 mi); The Grassway Farm (East Troy, 33 mi) and others are listed above. Call or visit to ask about cuts, availability, and pricing.
Can I buy a half or quarter cow near Milwaukee?
Many ranches within 75 miles of Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
Miller Brothers Grass Farm is the nearest listed ranch at about 23 miles from Milwaukee, followed by Battle Creek Beef & Bison LLC at about 30 miles.