The Nelson Ranch has been providing quality meat to our community for 150 years. We raise All-Natural grass-fed cattle free of additives, chemicals, antibiotics, and growth hormones. All of our cattle are born on the prairies of South Thurston County in the spring and range free on our acreage. Since all our animals are born on the farm, you are assured of the source and safety of your beef. We believe in being responsible stewards of the land and using sustainable, humane methods. Therefore, we do "rotational grazing" which not only allows us to maintain healthy pastures but also allows our cattle to graze on the most nutrient-rich part of the grass. Since we are on the banks of the Deschutes River, the yearly flooding of our fields ensures an endless supply of natural minerals and nutrient rich soil. We then feed the cattle the hay during the winter months.