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Good for the Land ... A heritage breed, Criollo Cattle can be traced back to the
first cattle brought to the new world by the Spanish as early as 1493. For over 500 years,
these cattle have been adapting and thriving in the arid climate of Mexico and its border
regions including Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. They eat significantly less than the big beef
cattle, and like Texas longhorns (which many believe to be descended from Criollos), they
require less water and can live on sparse open range. The small, athletic framed cows, weigh
around 800 pounds, and easily traverse the mountainous and desert landscapes of the
Southwest, traveling long distances to search for water and grass. Their natural resistance to
diseases of all types means that they require no antibiotics in their life cycle, resulting in a
completely natural meat that is very lean and tender.
first cattle brought to the new world by the Spanish as early as 1493. For over 500 years,
these cattle have been adapting and thriving in the arid climate of Mexico and its border
regions including Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. They eat significantly less than the big beef
cattle, and like Texas longhorns (which many believe to be descended from Criollos), they
require less water and can live on sparse open range. The small, athletic framed cows, weigh
around 800 pounds, and easily traverse the mountainous and desert landscapes of the
Southwest, traveling long distances to search for water and grass. Their natural resistance to
diseases of all types means that they require no antibiotics in their life cycle, resulting in a
completely natural meat that is very lean and tender.
| Enjoying a gourmet Criollo steak will be like no other beef eating experience you have had. We invite you to try it for yourself. |
| All Natural Heritage Criollo Beef: Good for you, Good for the land. |
Good for you...
Our heritage bred Criollo (krēē-ō-yō) cattle
possess the same genetics as their
ancestors allowing them to perform well
their entire lives on rangeland and pasture
grasses. Due to their genetics, Criollo
beef has exceptional flavor and tenderness
yet is lower in total fat, saturated fatty
acids and cholesterol than traditional
breeds.
This naturally lean beef has a higher
proportion of red muscle fibers versus
white muscle fibers and that translates
into an increased amount of marbling and
tenderness through all the cuts of meat.
Our heritage bred Criollo (krēē-ō-yō) cattle
possess the same genetics as their
ancestors allowing them to perform well
their entire lives on rangeland and pasture
grasses. Due to their genetics, Criollo
beef has exceptional flavor and tenderness
yet is lower in total fat, saturated fatty
acids and cholesterol than traditional
breeds.
This naturally lean beef has a higher
proportion of red muscle fibers versus
white muscle fibers and that translates
into an increased amount of marbling and
tenderness through all the cuts of meat.
In addition, our beef is higher in 2 critical health areas. Omega 3's and CLA's. Omega 3 is an
essential fatty acid for human growth and development. We must have it to be healthy. Our
beef has consistently tested high in Omega 3's* making it a great choice for individuals with
heart disease and new research is showing that foods high in Omega 3's may have an
anti-carcinogen effect. Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is found preferentially in dairy products
and meat. Studies indicate that CLA is a powerful anti-carcinogen, suggesting that CLA may
have a direct effect in reducing the cancer risk of the target organ. Our cattle have
consistently ranked higher in CLA's* than traditional beef animals.
*All of our testing has been performed by the University of Arizona, Meat Sciences Lab. We
work closely with the U of A to maintain a consistent product for you.
essential fatty acid for human growth and development. We must have it to be healthy. Our
beef has consistently tested high in Omega 3's* making it a great choice for individuals with
heart disease and new research is showing that foods high in Omega 3's may have an
anti-carcinogen effect. Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is found preferentially in dairy products
and meat. Studies indicate that CLA is a powerful anti-carcinogen, suggesting that CLA may
have a direct effect in reducing the cancer risk of the target organ. Our cattle have
consistently ranked higher in CLA's* than traditional beef animals.
*All of our testing has been performed by the University of Arizona, Meat Sciences Lab. We
work closely with the U of A to maintain a consistent product for you.
| Sirloin Steak cubed and grilled on skewers with fresh squash and red bell peppers. |
| To learn more about the benefits and history of this wonderful breed of cattle, click on these sites: www.corrientecattle.org http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/cattle/corriente/ www.shawncameron.com |
They utilize forage supplies in a
way that sustains the environment
and promotes healthy regrowth.
Their ability to turn plants that
would go unused into lean protein
makes them one of the most
effective tools available to enhance
the landscape and provide a
healthy food product to Americans.
way that sustains the environment
and promotes healthy regrowth.
Their ability to turn plants that
would go unused into lean protein
makes them one of the most
effective tools available to enhance
the landscape and provide a
healthy food product to Americans.
| Taking our cattle to new pasture. Our cattle are handled very slowly and gently allowing them to travel at their own pace. |
| Raising cattle in Arizona is what we have done for five generations. It is what we know and love to do and we take much pride in our job. Rest assured, our cattle and your meat is hand selected and handled with much care. Thank you for trusting us to provide food for your family. |
