Our Farm's Story
Mesquite Country Beef is a family run cattle ranch located in central Texas to the east of Waco. We run a herd of American Aberdeen and Moderator cattle on beautiful native pastures. American Aberdeens are 100% pure Angus cattle that are DNA traceable to a heritage Scottish Aberdeen Angus herd from Scotland. Moderators are animals that result from a cross with the American Aberdeen cattle. We find these animals to be healthy and vigorous. They require less acreage and produce superior beef completely on grass. These animals make our productions system more sustainable and our cattle and land healthier. We work with nature to produce animals that are happy, healthy, and of the highest quality beef.
We offer pasture raised grass finished beef. All of our animals are guaranteed antibiotic free. If in it's lifetime here on the ranch it has to receive antibiotics then it does not qualify for our beef program anymore!
We like to know where our beef comes from and how it was raised, and we believe our customers would like the same information too. We keep diligent records on all of our animals. All animals are source and DNA verified and have extensive medical records. This allows our customers to feel confident that they are getting a product that is safe and raised humanely. We know you want the source of your beef to live a happy, healthy, and respected life.
As a family we have over 120 years on combined experience in agriculture. Larry and Kim purchased our ranch in Groesbeck, TX in 2006 with the dream of selling healthy, wholesome beef directly to consumers and providing a future business for their kids and grandkids. Mesquite Country Beef is the culmination of this dream and with the help of the younger generations is thriving.
We are happy to welcome you to our little slice of heaven and hope you enjoy the products that we put our hearts and souls into. Please take the time to view our pictures below that we update regularly of views of our ranch and what we are doing at the time to make sure your beef eating experience is pleasurable, healthy, and sustainable!
Our Family Team
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Larry Watkins
Larry WatkinsThe father of our family and the backbone of Mesquite Country Beef. He knows our cattle, land, and production system better than anybody else and keeps us all motivated.
Kim Watkins
Kim WatkinsKim is the mother of the family and the heart of our operation. She help wherever she can and makes sure we are all well cared for and that our family happy and healthy.
Lynn Watkins
Lynn WatkinsLynn is the person who makes things happen around here. From keeping track of orders, to scheduling, to herd management; she does a little of it all.
James Watkins
James WatkinsJames has his own quail egg and meat business here on the ranch but helps with the cattle as much as he can. He is also our resident computer guru.What People Say About Our Beef
Our purchase arrived faster than expected and everything was still frozen solid. Not to mention the steaks were some of the best we have ever eaten.
Van G. Their ranch is beautiful, the people are amazing, and the beef is delicious. We love Mesquite Country Beef.
Jessica W. I purchased a quarter share to try out and from what we have had so far we have not beef disappointed! I look forward to purchasing again.
Gina L. Inside View of our Ranch
This gallery will hopefully give you an insider's view of our little slice of heaven! These photos will change regularly so check back often!
