March 2024
We are starting to see the first signs of spring here at the Ranch, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. The days are getting longer and warmer. The first clover flowers of the year are emerging, and our pastures are thick with ryegrass. Our cattle are gaining weight thanks to the nutritious blend of our carefully maintained grasses. Since we’ve learned a few things about the unpredictability of south Louisiana weather, we’ve got an ample reserve of hay on standby, just in case!
In our ongoing commitment to the well-being of our livestock, we're been working to replace our 30 year old cattle pens with all new panels, gates, and chutes. We don’t like putting stress on our cows, and this upgrade will help them to be more relaxed while we examine and work with them. Our dedication to providing the best quality beef means that we prioritize caring for our animals at every level of our operation.
As we transition into spring, we'll be shifting our focus to the repair and maintenance of our equipment. From tractors to trailers, we ensure that every piece of machinery is in prime condition and ready to go.
Our processing plant is operating at full throttle after several unavoidable delays. The Farm Store is now fully stocked with retail cuts, and we are now booking custom processing of cattle into May. If you are thinking about having your livestock processed by us soon, keep in mind that our calendar is quickly filling up! Our team is always ready to provide support and service, and we now have a chat function on our website that connects you immediately to a real person who can assist you with any questions you may have about what we do.
As we embrace the rural rhythms, we thank you for your support and invite you to join us in celebrating the delights of the season.
All the best,
Dr. Shannon Gonsoulin, DVM
We've got a lot of exciting news this month and we can't wait to share it with you!
Firstly, we're bringing back our bundles this month, which means that you have an easy way to order your favorite cuts.
The Gravy Lover's Bundle is back in stock!
If you are as obsessed with gravy as we are, you'll LOVE this bundle! It is available as a single-purchase or subscription. Each one comes with the following (give or take here and there since each cow is different):
- rump roast (approx 4 lbs)
- chuck roast (approx 4.5 lbs)
- sirloin tip roast (approx 5 lbs)
- round steak (approx 3 lbs)
- 4 lbs of soup rounds / shanks
We're also offering a brand new BBQ Bundle!
Perfect for all you grillmasters, this box is available as a single-purchase or subscription. Each one comes with the following (give or take here and there since each cow is different):
- 10 lbs of Ground Beef (80/20)
- 4 lbs of Top Sirloin
- 4 lbs of NY Strip
When you buy one of our bundles, we'll even throw in a GLC Apron AND a packet of our BRAND NEW GLC Grassfed Dry Rub as our FREE gift to you!
GLC Steak Dry Rub
Over the past few months, we’ve been testing out different seasoning combinations and have finally settled on one we absolutely love. The recipe was developed by Mr. Mark Broussard of CEG Farms, and we can't wait to share this with you!
Our mission is to produce the highest quality, local beef. We work with nature because we appreciate the taste of real food. That’s why we decided to keep our spice recipe simple. Our beef is perfect, just like nature intended. Our Steak Dry Rub only enhances the natural flavor and texture of our grass fed beef.
Our steak dry rub contains coarse sea salt, ground black peppercorns, garlic powder, and freshly harvested garden rosemary. We ship a packet of this blend with every bundle, as well as a free Apron. We also have the Steak Dry Rub for sale at the Farm Store and online- it’s $7.50 - for a 3.5 oz jar.
Statewide Shipping is now available!
We are now able to offer discounted shipping in the State of Louisiana. Everything on our website, including our retail cuts, can be shipped. When you’re placing orders for shipping, here’s a few things to keep in mind:
- We package our shipments using insulated materials and ice packs, which are designed to last up to 72 hours. However, we only offer 1 and 2 day shipping.
- Our rates include a packaging fee to cover the cost of these materials, as well as shipping rates calculated by UPS.
- Please allow us time to fulfill your shipment. There might be a slight delay in availability of some products that we frequently run out of, but we will let you know after you place your order about how long it will take for us to prepare your order for shipment.
- Our shipping boxes can hold up to 25 lbs (depending on the cuts). It’s a good idea to limit your online order to about 20 lbs so we can make sure everything fits. If you’d like to ship over 20 pounds, please complete another order for every 20 lb increment.
- Our bundles are the perfect size for shipping and offer a great variety of locally sourced grass fed beef. So make sure to check those out when you’re shopping online!
- If you have any questions while you’re online shopping, our website has a chat feature which allows you to chat with a real person about your order. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and use this feature, we look forward to hearing from you!
Leap Year Flash Sale Success!
Last year, we began to experiment with different ways of offering discounts and savings. We were thrilled to see how many of you took advantage of our cyber Monday deal on quarters halves and wholes!
In the meantime, we decided to celebrate the Easter holidays with our community of supporters. After 40 days of a lenten fast, what would be a better sign of our gratitude than offering the best deal we possibly can on a side of beef?
During this recent Leap Year flash sale, we were blown away by the number of orders, selling roughly 22 sides of beef (that's 11 whole cows)!!!
Even though we had a few issues with our website and online ordering, we broke new sales records!!! We’d like to thank all of you for your support!
We are always working hard to bring you a product we stand behind at a price you can afford. Everything we do is affected by the weather, so we can't really plan far enough into the future to know if or when we'll be able to offer this same deal again. However, are committed to growing and innovating, , so make sure you follow us on social media for all the latest deals and updates!
We’ve SLASHED PRICES by 15% on our GLC beef ONLY at the Farm Store!
Instead of shopping weekly specials, you are invited to save big EVERYDAY when you come see us at the Ranch.
Don't forget!
You've got a chance to win 1/4 GLC cow this year, a Bundle Box of your choice, and some GLC Gear when you enter our Ranch Rewards program.
Here's how it works:
For every $20 you spend at the Farm Store on GLC Beef, you get 1 stamp on your Ranch Rewards Card.
When you get 10 stamps, fill out the back side of the card to enter the Ranch Raffle, which is a drawing we hold every year right before Christmas. It's our way of thanking everyone for a wonderful year, and keeping us looking forward to what comes next- always!
