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Jenner Family Beef

We produce premium ranch-raised Angus beef. We offer direct to consumer beef shipped right to your door! Pasture-raised quality All-Natural beef since 1872.
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It is our goal to link you directly to the source of your food supply and deliver a product that reflects our dedication to responsible ranching. We are a fifth generation cattle ranching family, with more than 140 years in the business. Jenner Family Beef is a multi-family operation, where stewardship has been practiced for decades and where the sixth generation is going strong. We are family that loves what we do!

05/29/2026

Farm Fact Friday!

Did you know?

As of January 2026, the U.S. cattle herd totaled 86.2 million head of cattle and calves, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟭𝟵𝟱𝟭.

𝘉𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘪𝘯 1951, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜.𝘚. 𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 82 𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘥. 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺'𝘴 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘳, 𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙐.𝙎. 𝙥𝙤𝙥𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙙𝙤𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯. More people, less beef!

So why are cattle numbers declining?

There are several contributing factors:

Drought across many cattle-producing states reduced pasture availability and forced ranchers to sell cattle they otherwise would have kept.

Higher feed, fuel, land, and labor costs have made it more expensive than ever to raise cattle.

An aging ranching population and challenges passing operations to the next generation (specifically inheritance tax issues) have also reduced herd expansion.

High barriers to entry for new ranchers: Rising land, livestock, equipment, and operating costs make ranching one of the most capital-intensive industries to enter, creating significant challenges for first-generation producers looking to start a cattle operation.

Fewer replacement heifers have been retained for breeding, slowing the rebuilding process.

And rebuilding a herd doesn't happen overnight.

Heifers must first be retained for breeding instead of being sold. After breeding, it takes about 9 months for a calf to be born, and then 18–24 months before that animal reaches market weight. As a result, herd rebuilding can take 3 to 4 years or more before additional beef reaches consumers.

That's one reason beef supplies remain tight even when cattle prices are high—ranchers can't simply "make more cattle" overnight!

It's easy to grab a steak from the meat case, but getting that steak there takes years of planning, investment, and hard work across the beef supply chain.

Thank you for supporting local ranchers and American agriculture! ❤️🤠

05/28/2026

Throwback Thursday!

Real horsepower. Real work. Real memories. 🐴🌱

In this treasured photo from the Wagner Ranch, John “Jack” Jenner Jr. (3rd generation) and son John Jenner (4th generation) are turning up the family garden the old-school way with a horse and plow — a scene that played out for generations on the ranch.

Even as modern tractors became part of everyday life, some of the old farm implements were never truly retired. Around here, the traditional way of doing things still matters, and there’s pride in keeping those skills alive.

There’s something special about remembering the days when families worked side by side, rows were plowed one pass at a time, and “horsepower” meant exactly what it sounds like.

As we celebrate May as National Beef Month, we also remember Jack’s birthday this week on May 26. Jack Jr. was the family patriarch until his passing in 2018 at the age of 94. This year would have marked his 101st birthday.

Real work, real roots, and memories that still run deep today. ❤️🌾

Learn more about our ranch at:
www.jennerfamilybeef.com

05/27/2026

There’s nothing better than receiving a personal delivery of beef — enough to fill your freezer full of ranch-raised Jenner Family Beef.

Imagine shopping for dinner right from your own freezer — pulling out ranch-raised steaks, ground beef, and roasts anytime you need them, knowing exactly where they came from and how they were raised.

We currently have 𝗧𝗪𝗢 𝟭/𝟰 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗳 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 ready for delivery over the next two weeks! 🚚

Buying in bulk is a great way to:
✔️ Know exactly where your beef comes from
✔️ Support a local ranching family
✔️ Keep your freezer full of premium beef
✔️ Save trips to the grocery store

If you’ve been thinking about purchasing a beef share, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲!

Check us out today at: ⬇️
https://jennerfamilybeef.com/products-list/collections/bulk-beef-shares

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, from our ranch to your family, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

On the ranch, we’re reminded daily that freedom, tradition, and the opportunity to work the land are blessings made possible through the sacrifice of others.

While this weekend may bring gatherings around the table, burgers on the grill, and time spent with family and friends, we hope we also take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day.

Today, we remember those who never made it home and honor the families who carry their legacy forward.

Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day weekend filled with gratitude, remembrance, and appreciation for those who gave everything.

05/22/2026

Farm Fact Friday!

You’re looking at one of the most important views in the beef business… the "ass" end. 👀🥩

Beef producers pay close attention to structure, muscle shape, and body condition because those traits help indicate growth, efficiency, and overall performance. Strong cattle start long before they ever become great beef.

One thing people don’t always realize is why beef is such a valuable product—time. Beef isn’t instant. Depending on the operation and production system, it can take 18–24 months (or more) from raising a calf to producing the beef that eventually becomes the steak on your plate.

During that time, producers invest in:
• Daily feeding and nutrition management
• Animal health and wellness care
• Clean water and quality pasture & forage
• Genetics and breeding decisions
• Time, labor, and responsible stewardship every single day

Beef cattle are incredible at turning grass, forage, and feed into a high-quality protein source—but it takes patience and commitment to do it right.

So while this photo may look like a lineup of cattle backsides… it’s also a reminder that every steak, burger, and roast represents months of care before it ever reaches your table. 🐂🥩

Good beef isn’t made overnight—it’s built through genetics, nutrition, animal care, and time.

To learn more about Jenner Family Beef shipped directly to your door, check out our website at:
www.jennerfamilybeef.com

05/21/2026

Throwback Thursday!

A little piece of Wagner Ranch history from Etna, California — back when ranch houses were built to last and front porches were the original gathering place after a long day’s work

This photo shows the original Wagner Ranch house, built in the 1800s, standing as a reminder of the generations who helped shape ranching life in Scott Valley.

The Wagner family immigrated from Alsace, France during the California Gold Rush era, eventually making their way north to Siskiyou County.

In 1874, Ignace and Mary Ann Wagner purchased what became the historic Wagner Ranch near Etna. What began as a hardworking family homestead grew into a legacy rooted in ranching, farming, livestock, horses, orchards, and family traditions that still influence the land today.

That history later became intertwined with the Jenner family when Mary “Muzzy” Wagner married Frank S. Jenner on October 30, 1889 — combining two ranching families and probably a whole lot of strong opinions about cattle, weather, and hay.

What makes this history even more special is that many of these original ranch buildings are still standing and actively used by the Jenner family today — a living connection to the generations who built this ranch with hard work, resilience, and a strong sense of family and tradition.

From this original ranch house to the generations that followed, the story of Wagner Ranch lives on through Jenner Family Beef and the stewardship of the land that continues today.

And yes… these old buildings have definitely seen a few ranch stories over the years.

05/19/2026

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of grilling season — and there’s no better time to stock your freezer for summer. 🔥🍔

Our Ground Beef Boxes are perfect for all the burgers, tacos, sliders, and easy weeknight meals ahead.

✔️ Ranch-raised beef
✔️ Freezer-friendly
✔️ Ready for a summer full of cookouts

Now is the perfect time to plan ahead and stock up on ground beef for the season ahead.

Choose the box that fits your family:
🥩 “Give It A Try” — 5 lbs. Ground Beef Box
🥩 “The Busy Family” — 10 lbs. Ground Beef Box
🥩 “Never Run Out” — 20 lbs. Ground Beef Box

Shop now at www.jennerfamilybeef.com.

05/18/2026

Agriculture is the backbone of life.

From the food on our plates, to the clothes on our backs, agriculture touches every part of our lives.

It feeds our families, fuels our economies, and supports millions of hardworking farmers around the world.

✅ No agriculture = no food
✅ No farmers = no future
✅ Supporting sustainable farming = protecting our planet

05/15/2026

Farm Fact Friday

Have you ever noticed how western saddles look big and heavy compared to other saddles? There’s a good reason for that.

They were built for real ranch work — long days riding fence, gathering cattle, and covering rough country. Riders needed something comfortable enough to sit in all day and tough enough to handle hard work year after year.

Those leather saddle strings and ties hanging off the saddle weren’t just for looks either. They were used to secure a lasso, saddle bags, a jacket, rain gear, or even a bedroll for long rides out on the range. Every part of a western saddle is designed with a purpose in mind.

And that horn on the front? It isn’t just decoration...
It is used when roping cattle, giving riders a way to secure the rope while the horse helped do the heavy lifting.

A good roping horse knows how to step back and pull the slack out of the rope after the cow is caught and the lasso is dallied around the saddle horn, holding things steady so the cowboy (or cowgirl) can safely step off and take care of the cow. That teamwork between horse and rider is something special to watch.

Pretty much every part of a western saddle has a job:
🐎 Deep seat to help keep riders secure
🐎 Wide stirrups for comfort and stability
🐎 Thick leather built to last
🐎 Bigger design to spread out weight for the horse

A good saddle is still something ranchers and riders take care of for years — and many are proudly handed down from one generation to the next.

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Etna, CA
96027

Telephone

+15305157514

Website

http://www.jennerfamilybeef.com/

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