Rafter BW Cattle

08/18/2026

Nothing beats hearing back from folks after they pick up their beef from the locker. We recently caught up with Juston to see how his custom half beef turned out and the conversation turned to his steaks he cooked this weekend:

"They were good sized. I did 1.5" thick. I think they were just right. Flavor was phenomenal. We fried up some burger the night before and I had my 16 year old taste it. He said, 'Man, for not having any seasoning, it tastes good.' So yeah, we are extremely happy with it."

-Juston B.

08/16/2026

STOCK ALERT!

Our freezers are bursting at the seams with fresh Rafter BW Beef!

We believe in clean meat, which is why our beef always contains:
❌ 0 Added Hormones
❌ 0 Antibiotics

Get your orders in now to secure the best cuts. Your family deserves the best.

Message us, text us, or click the link in bio to shop the restock!

08/09/2026

08/08/2026

Back-to-School Ground Beef Pre-Order Sale!

School nights are about to get busy, but dinner doesn't have to be a battle. Fuel your family this school year with premium, local, grass-fed/grain-finished ground beef straight from Rafter BW Cattle!

Fresh ground beef processed right here locally at Bronson Locker will be arriving next week, and we’re taking pre-orders now so you can reserve yours before it’s gone!

🍎 Back-to-School Pricing:
• Standard Rate: $7.25 / lb
• Stock Up & Save (10+ lbs): $7.00 / lb

Whether you're prepping quick weeknight tacos, quick burgers, or batch-cooking for busy evenings, stock your freezer with ranch-to-table quality you can feel good about.

📩 How to Reserve Your Order:
Drop us a direct message, call, or text us today with your name and desired order. We’ll notify you as soon as next week’s fresh batch is ready for pickup!

Other Retail Cuts will also be arriving next week also.

Rafter BW Ranch is a 3rd generation family-operated ranch that is dedicated to bringing our quality livestock to your table.

08/06/2026

Sunsets and fresh feed—a tough combination to beat. The girls got a little treat tonight with a fresh small bale of sudangrass, and they certainly aren't complaining! 🌾🐮
​There’s something peaceful about watching the herd quiet down at the end of a long day as the sun sets. What’s the evening view looking like in your neck of the woods?

07/27/2026

Summer at the ranch keeps us running non-stop, but we wanted to pull back the curtain and share what’s been happening around the pasture at Rafter BW Cattle, LLC! 🌾🥩

Since 1955, our family has been dedicated to raising premium heritage beef right here in the Fort Scott area. Here’s a quick catch-up on what we’ve been up to:

🌾 Hay, Weather & High-Protein Forage:
We wrapped up our fescue and prairie hay harvest! While yields were down slightly due to rainy timing, our late-season Sudan grass crop took off—it’s sitting at 30 inches tall and ready for mowing soon to give our herd a great protein boost!

🐄 Herd Updates & AI Progress:
We’ve welcomed four new calves since late May! Plus, we stepped into Artificial Insemination (AI genetics, not computers! 😉) to retain top-quality heifers. We bred five heifers with standout Hereford genetics for classic black baldies—plus a straw of rare specialty genetics we're keeping under wraps for now. Blood tests confirmed three are officially bred for March calving!

👨‍🌾 Community & Farmer’s Market:
We hit our very first Fort Scott Farmer’s Market as vendors this summer! It was great connecting face-to-face with local neighbors, and we’re refining our setup to be back out there soon.

🥩 FRESH BEEF ALERT: Locker Run Soon!
The biggest news for your freezer: we are taking two finished steers to Bronson Locker! We’re keeping a half beef back specifically to restock our individual retail cuts.

Every cut is USDA Processed, harvested locally at Bronson Locker, and vacuum-sealed for peak flavor.

🌐 WE HAVE A WEBSITE!
Browsing and ordering is easier than ever. Check out our operation and reserve your cuts online at: 👉 www.rafterbwcattle.com

How to Order:

Visit www.rafterbwcattle.com

Text us directly at 620.215.2174

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Thank you for supporting local family agriculture and being a part of the Rafter BW story! ❤️

07/26/2026

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07/22/2026

Hippy Cow says it may not be Saturday, but you're getting a bath!

07/20/2026

Sunday morning feeding, prior to heifer check. Its a trap!

07/15/2026

Happy Cow Appreciation Day Susie!