Grass-Fed Beef & Lamb in Iowa 2026

12 farms in Iowa describe themselves as grass-fed, in their own words on their own site or in an official directory. We do not certify anyone and we never read one practice into another. 10 of them put it in writing in a sentence we can quote back to you. 12 sell food straight to the public.

✓ 12 farms verified · updated September 13, 2026 · how we verify

12grass-fed farms we track
0confirmed operating in 2026
1with published prices
7 · 6 · 5Farm stand · Beef · CSA shares

In their own words

Quoted from what each farm published. Where a farm only ticked the box in a directory, it is in the listings below without a quote.

Every grass-fed farm we list in Iowa

Open when:

Worked out from the season dates and opening days the farms published themselves, checked against today's date in your browser. A farm only appears under "open today" where it published both. Farms that publish neither are still listed, they just cannot be filtered this way. Always worth a look at the farm's own page before you drive.

7 Generations Beef

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Colfax, IA

🥩 Beef🧺 Farm stand

Rooted in Jasper County since 1863, 7 Generations Beef is the result of over a century of heritage, dedication, and innovation. It all began when John Gannon purchased two 4-H Angus heifers in 1930, sparking a lifelong commitment to raising high-quality Angus cattle. Through the decades, John and his family pioneered practices that helped shape the modern beef industry, with a focus on herd quality, consistency, and integrity. Today, that legacy continues with the 7th generation of the Gannon-Wasson family actively farming on the same land in Colfax, Iowa. At 7 Generations Beef, we raise all of our cattle right here on the farm, never purchasing from outside sources. Our cattle are carefully selected for superior genetics, grass-fed and corn-finished, and fed homegrown forage, with the exception of protein supplements. Our beef is the ultimate definition of "home raised." From start to finish, it's farm bred, family fed™, and proudly Iowa grown. We offer a variety of retail and bulk freezer beef options, including 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and whole beef portions, providing Iowa families with premium beef they can trust. Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Beef.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

Verified 2026-08-28 against chooseiowa.com and chooseiowa.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

Cooper Fields LLC

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Centerville, IA

🥩 Beef📦 CSA shares🥚 Eggs🧺 Farm stand+3

We are a small farm offering chemical-free produce, pasture-raised meats, and mushrooms. We use regenerative practices to benefit our soil and your health. Check out our online storefront - cooperfieldsfarm.com - or come visit us at the Centerville Farmers Market on Saturdays! Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Beef, Eggs, Lamb/Mutton, Pork, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, Potatoes, Radishes, Squash (Summer), Sweet potato, Swiss chard, Tomatoes and Zucchini.

🌱 grass-fed, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

🚗 Pickup or delivery at 1 spot off the farm

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Crossroads Beef

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Carroll, IA

🥩 Beef

At Crossroads Beef, we are proud to combine over 130 years of family farming heritage with a forward-thinking commitment to sustainability. Originally a row-crop farm in the heart of Iowa, we made a transformative decision to adapt to the changing agricultural landscape, giving rise to a cattle operation rooted in caring for the animal, the land, and securing a legacy for future generations. Our Red Angus cattle roam freely on spacious pastures, grazing on a carefully cultivated blend of perennial grasses and legumes. Through adaptive rotational grazing, we ensure both our cattle and the land thrive. No confined feedlots here, our cattle are 100% grass-fed and grass-finished, resulting in nutrient-dense, flavorful beef that's naturally high in Omega-3s, vitamins, and minerals. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in transparency and accountability, offering beef that is raised with respect for both animals and the environment. We blend traditional values with modern agricultural practices to deliver wholesome, mouthwatering beef that supports healthy ecosystems and happy cattle. At Crossroads Beef, we invite you to taste the difference that care, passion, and sustainable practices can make. It's not just about great beef, it's about doing what's right for the land, the animals, and generations to come. Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Beef.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

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Ebersole Beef LLC

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Kellerton, IA

🥩 Beef🍗 Chicken📦 CSA shares🐑 Lamb+1

We are a family operated ranch located outside of Kellerton, Iowa. Beau's family raised Maine's since the 1970s, and he and Shanen started their operation in 1998 with the purchase of ten cows. What started then has grown into a family affair, and Adelyda, Jolene and Wyatt have grown up in the beef industry. We have around 150 mother cows. We raise Maine-Anjou cattle. Maine's were originally developed in the Maine and Anjou river valleys of France. They are prized for being great mothers and their superior beef. We raise Grass Fed Beef. All of our calves are born on our farm and raised with the highest quality care. Our 100% Grass Fed Beef is raised on pasture their entire lives. They are born in the fall, so they spend their first winter on the cow and are harvested before their second winter. We focus on beef quality and the health benefits that GrassFed Beef provides. We keep all of the families that we feed in the front of our mind each day. Regenerative Ranching is how we raise our cattle. We focus on improving the land and sequestering carbon. We believe that raising cattle on the rolling hills of Southern Iowa is the best way to care for the land and raise Healthy.HAPPY.Beef. Contact us if you have any questions or just want to chat! Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Beef, Chicken, Lamb/Mutton, Other and Pork.

🌱 grass-fed, regenerative (farm's own description)

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Holdfast Farmstead

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Mount Ayr, IA

📦 CSA shares🥚 Eggs🧺 Farm stand🍯 Honey+1

Our farm in Southwest Iowa was created to regenerate soil, community, and personal health while re-connecting to things that matter most. We operate an on-farm and online farm store focused on supporting locally grown food and products in our community. In addition to a free range flock of chickens, ducks and guinea fowl, we also raise low-input Kiko goats and St. Croix-Katadhin sheep. We also grow and produce many of the farm store products including fresh greens and herbs, grass-fed tallow products, freeze-dried elderberry syrup, freeze-dried eggs, greens powder and homemade granola. Contact us to schedule a farm tour or swing by our on-farm store open Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Located at 2138 220th St. Mt Ayr, IA 50854 Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Elderberries, Eggs, Grains, Herbs, Honey, Organic, Prepared & Processed foods, Wheat berries (hard, red winter), Carrots, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard greens, Onions, Organic vegetables, Peas, Peppers, Potatoes, Spinach, Sweet potato, Swiss chard and Tomatoes.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

ℹ️ The farm store at 2138 220th St, Mount Ayr is open Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm.

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Lost Lake Farm LLC

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Jewell, IA

🥛 Dairy

The online store runs from November until April. In summer the farm sells at Ames Main Street Farmers Market, Clear Lake Farmers Market and Okoboji Farmers Market.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

🚗 Pickup or delivery at 3 spots off the farm

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Radiance Dairy

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Fairfield, IA

🥛 Dairy🧺 Farm stand

Radiance Dairy is an organic, sustainable, grass-fed dairy located in Fairfield, Iowa. Radiance is known for its commitment to organic farming practices and rotational grazing, which helps build rich prairie soils. The dairy processes its milk on the farm, producing bottled milk, yogurt, and cheese, which are marketed almost entirely locally. Radiance Dairy started with 176 acres and has expanded to 730 acres, with about 90 milking cows and 160 head of all ages. They sell their products through grocery stores and several restaurants in and around Fairfield, ensuring that all their dairy products are sold within a 100 mile radius of the farm. Radiance Dairy is highly regarded for its sustainable farming practices and its dedication to maintaining the integrity of organic farming standards. Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Cheeses, Ice Cream, Milk and Yogurt / Kefir.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

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Tuuli Farm LLC

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Turin, IA

🐑 Lamb🥬 Produce

Tuuli Farm is located in the heart of the Loess Hills where I tend a flock of Romney- and Corriedale-cross sheep. The lambs learn to graze alongside their mothers. In winter and times of drought, I feed the flock grass hay and alfalfa. They always have access to free-choice minerals and kelp. Follow along on Instagram to learn about Tuuli Farm sheep-to-skein yarn, grassfed lamb, and lambskins. Grassfed lamb is available each fall by the half or whole, or USDA-inspected cuts. Head to www.tuulifarm.com to join my mailing list or contact me for the latest. Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Batting, Roving, Sheep Hides, Wool dryer balls, Wool Yarn, Lamb/Mutton, Pumpkins and Squash (Winter).

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

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West Fork Farmstead

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 West Chester, IA

🥩 Beef🍗 Chicken📦 CSA shares🥚 Eggs+3

The farm delivers every other Thursday in Coralville, Iowa City, Kalona, North Liberty, Solon, Swisher, Tiffin, Washington and Wellman, and in Fairfield every other Friday afternoon.

🌱 grass-fed, pasture-raised, regenerative (farm's own description)

💵 Local home delivery is free on orders of $25 or more.

🚗 Pickup or delivery at 5 spots off the farm

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Whippoorwill Creek Farm

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Lovilia, IA

🥩 Beef🥚 Eggs🧺 Farm stand🐑 Lamb+1

Whippoorwill Creek Farm raises grass fed, grass finished beef and goat in the beautiful rolling hills and woods of south central Iowa. When not moving our animals, we are often found foraging in the woods, teaching classes or serving farm to table meals in our 1880's bespoke barn. John is a 5th generation farmer, chef, butcher and wine guy. Beth is a longtime journalist and teacher who just loves food. Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Melons, Raspberries, Strawberries, Beef, Eggs, Goat / Chevon, Chestnuts, Herbs, Beans, Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Kale, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Okra, Onions, Peas, Peppers, Potatoes, Squash (Winter) and Tomatoes.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

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Eden Ridge Acres

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Prole, IA

🧺 Farm stand

In its entry in the USDA CSA directory the farm gives a share season running May to September.

🌱 grass-fed, USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service On-Farm Market Directory, which lists farms selling their own products to the public at or near the farm. Production methods the farm reports to the directory: Organic (USDA Certified). Payment the farm reports taking: Cash, Personal Checks, Debit card/Credit card.

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Turkey River Farm

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Elkport, IA

📦 CSA shares

In its entry in the USDA CSA directory the farm gives a share season running April to November.

🌱 grass-fed (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service CSA Directory. Production methods the farm reports to the directory: naturally grown| grass fed/pastured.

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Grass-Fed Beef & Lamb in Iowa: the questions people ask

What does "grass-fed" mean on this page?

It means the farm says so about itself. Farms describing their animals as grass-fed. Some finish on grain, so ask about finishing if that matters to you. We record the wording and the page we read it on, and we never certify a farm ourselves or infer one practice from another.

When does the season start and end for farms in Iowa in 2026?

3 of the 12 grass-fed farms we list in Iowa publish their own dates, so here is what they say rather than a general rule. Lost Lake Farm LLC in Jewell: The online store runs from November until April. In summer the farm sells at Ames Main Street Farmers...

Which grass-fed farms in Iowa are cash only?

None of the 12 say they are cash only. 1 says they take cards or an app. The rest do not publish how they take payment, so we do not say either way. Every listing here links to the page we read it on and the date we checked.

Can I get a box from these farms without driving out in Iowa?

3 of the 12 publish a pickup or delivery point away from the farm itself, which is usually a CSA drop or a market stall. Cooper Fields LLC in Centerville lists 1 of them, including Centerville Farmers Market, Centerville. Lost Lake Farm LLC in Jewell lists 3 of them, including Ames Main Street Farmers Market, Ames.