Barstow Country Butchering

08/28/2026

08/19/2026

🦌 WILD GAME CUSTOMERS 🦌

Just a reminder as hunting season gets going — all wild game tags must be completely filled out and signed off before we can accept your animal for processing.

Please double-check your tag before dropping off. Incomplete or unsigned tags cannot be accepted.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and wish all the hunters a safe and successful season! 🦌🏹

Barstow Country Butchering
Serving our community since 1980

08/05/2026

Another day in the field. We’re out at Boschma Farms taking care of a couple of beef today. We appreciate the opportunity to work with ranchers who take pride in raising quality cattle. From the pasture to your freezer, we’re proud to do our part in the process. Thanks for trusting us with your livestock. 🥩🐂💪

08/01/2026

📍Stop by and visit us at the Ramona Fair today!

We’re excited to be at the Ramona Fair Livestock Auction and would love to meet you!

Our team is on-site and ready to answer all of your questions:
🥩 Lee Gonzalez – Head Meat Cutter
🥩 TK – Meat Manager
🥩 Mara Ruth – Customer Support & Auction Representative

If you’re purchasing an animal at the livestock auction, you can buy with confidence. We guarantee your professionally processed meat will be ready within 3–4 weeks.

Come by, say hello, and let us help you through the process. We look forward to seeing you at the fair!

07/28/2026

Took my boy to work with me today, and somewhere along the way he decided it was the perfect time for a nap. 😴😂 I couldn’t let that slide, so I gave him a little scare to wake him up. Safe to say he won’t be catching another nap around me anytime soon! 🤣

03/19/2026

Proud moment for our family and the future of the trade. My grandson, Denver Mathews representing the fifth generation—is currently learning alongside his uncle Kenny, gaining hands-on experience in the art of butchery, including splitting a beef.

With a strong work ethic and passion for the craft, Denver is already setting his sights on the future. Over the next 4–5 years, he plans to continue developing his skills and ultimately take that knowledge out of state to start his own meat business. The Legacy continues!

03/08/2026

We received a call this evening for an emergency beef harvest. We always do our best to accommodate last-minute requests because customer service is extremely important to us. Tonight, I even had to bring my little helper along to help get the job done.

For all your butchering needs, give us a call and we’ll make sure it gets taken care of.

📞 760-256-8299

03/06/2026

Hey everyone! This is Barstow Country Butchering. Today we’re breaking down the different rib options you can get from your beef and showing the various ways we can cut and package them to fit your preferences. Take a look and let us know if you have any questions!”

03/04/2026

🎥 Grain-Fed vs. Grass-Fed Beef — What’s the Difference?

Hey everyone! We put together a quick video breaking down the differences between grain-fed and grass-fed beef so you can see it for yourself.

My best friend Lee walks you through the key differences — from marbling and color to overall finish — and helps explain what sets them apart.

Have questions after watching? Send us a DM! We’re always happy to help you better understand what you’re putting on your table. 🥩🔥

03/03/2026

On the table are two halves of beef — both fully processed into steaks, with the trim, bones, fat, and overall yield displayed.

One is grain-fed, and the other is grass-fed.

Take a close look at the color, marbling, fat content, and overall yield. Can you tell which is which?

Drop your guess in the comments ⬇️

We love educating our customers on the differences so you can make the best choice for your family and your freezer.