Whole Beef
Approx. 400–450 lb take-homeGrass-fed or grain-finishedThe best value per pound. Feeds a big family for a year.
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Near Westcliffe, Colorado · Wet Mountain Valley
Rico Land
& Cattle Co.
Grass-fed or grain-finished beef, raised on a small cow-calf ranch under the Sangre de Cristos. Tell us what you want. We'll call you back with a price.
Fall 2026 harvest — taking requests nowGrass-fed or grain-finishedCow-calf raisedWestcliffe, ColoradoNo payment to request
01 · Beef by the share
Fill the freezer.
Cut and wrapped to your order by a licensed processor.
Choose
Grass-fed
Raised and finished on pasture. Leaner, with a deep, beefy flavor.
Or
Grain-finished
Raised on grass, finished on grain. More marbling, milder and richer.
Half Beef
Approx. 200–225 lb take-homeGrass-fed or grain-finishedOur most popular share. Your choice of cuts.
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Quarter Beef
Approx. 100–110 lb take-homeGrass-fed or grain-finishedA mixed quarter: steaks, roasts and ground.
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02 · Beef boxes
Or start smaller.
Smaller boxes for smaller freezers. Pick up at the ranch or arrange delivery.
Ranch Sampler
Approx. 25 lbGrass-fed or grain-finishedA taste of everything: steaks, roasts and ground beef.
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Grill Box
Approx. 15 lbGrass-fed or grain-finishedRibeyes, NY strips, sirloins and burger patties.
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Ground Beef Bundle
20 lbGrass-fed or grain-finished1 lb packs of lean ground beef.
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Prices coming soon. Every item is quote-first — add it and send a request, no payment today.
How it works
Three steps. No account.
- 01
Pick what you want
A share, a box or live cattle. No account, no payment today.
- 02
We call you back
Kevin confirms price, timing and cut options, usually within a day.
- 03
Pick up or delivery
Grab it at the ranch near Westcliffe or we'll work out delivery.
03 · Live cattle
From our herd to yours.
Calves and breeding stock from our cow-calf herd.
Weaned Calves
Sold by the headSteers and heifers off the cow. Ask about current weights.
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Bred Heifers & Cows
Sold by the headBreeding stock raised on high-country grass.
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Cow-Calf Pairs
Sold by the pairAsk what's available this season.
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The Ranch
Raised on grass.
Finished your way.
Rico Land and Cattle Co. is a small cow-calf operation in the Wet Mountain Valley near Westcliffe, Colorado, run by Kevin Kaveney. The cattle graze valley pasture beneath the Sangre de Cristo range. Choose grass-fed beef that stays on pasture to the end, or grain-finished for more marbling. Either way it is sold direct — from our place to your freezer.
We keep it simple: send a request, we call you, we work out the details together.
- ~7,900 ft
- Valley floor
- Your pick
- Grass-fed or grain-finished
- Cow-calf
- Born and raised here
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Questions
Buying beef direct.
What does hanging weight mean?
It's the weight of the carcass after harvest, before cutting and aging. Take-home weight is usually about 60–65% of hanging weight.
Grass-fed or grain-finished — what is the difference?
All our cattle are raised on grass. Grass-fed beef stays on pasture to the end: leaner, with a deeper flavor. Grain-finished beef gets grain for the last stretch: more marbling and a milder, richer taste. Pick one on your request, or tell us you are not sure and we will help.
How much freezer space do I need?
Plan on roughly 1 cubic foot for every 25–30 lb of cut beef. A quarter fits in a 5 cu ft chest freezer.
Do I pay now?
No. Send a request and we'll confirm price and availability with you first. A deposit holds your share once you're ready.
Can I choose my cuts?
Yes, on whole and half shares. We'll walk you through the cut sheet with the processor.
Still have a question?
Send it with an empty request — Kevin will get back to you.