Skip The Grocery Store: These 9 Georgia Farms Offer Locally Raised Beef To Take Home

In one small Georgia town, a 175-year-old general store now sells steaks from the farm that owns it. It also stocks tallow goods, pet chews, and ball caps from that same farm.

I love that a grocery run there comes with a history lesson.

That store is only one stop. Other farms on this list sell beef from their own herds, and a couple of shops even sell ice cream beside the freezer case.

A few spots keep roomy hours, seven days a week. Others open for just a couple of hours on select days, so timing matters.

One farm asks you to call ahead and schedule a pickup.

I can’t think of a better way to stock a freezer. You get to see exactly where dinner came from.

1. Mountain Valley Farm Store

Steak and ice cream under one roof sounds like a dream dinner plan. In Ellijay, it’s simply how this family-owned farm store does business.

The big draw is beef that’s grass fed and grass finished. That means the cattle eat grass from start to finish, not just for part of their lives.

Ellijay sits in the North Georgia mountains, a popular spot for weekend cabins and vacation rentals. If you’re renting a place with a grill, this store makes a smart first stop.

Visitors heading into town for a getaway grab grass-fed meat here for cookouts. Picture fewer sad grocery store patties and more mountain-view burgers.

Then there’s the artisanal ice cream. Sure, you came for beef, but nobody said you can’t leave with dessert too.

The setting earns its scenic reputation. The farm sits out on Homer Wright Road, so the drive itself is part of the fun.

Hours are easy to remember. The store opens daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, weekends included.

Keep in mind that this is an in-store shopping stop. There’s no delivery, so you’ll need to swing by in person.

A cooler in the trunk is a good move, especially on a warm day. Your ice cream will thank you, and so will your steaks.

Plan for a quick visit rather than a full afternoon. Shop, chat, load up, and get back to the cabin before the grill heats up.

Address: 2021 Homer Wright Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536

2. White Oak Pastures Farm & General Store

A building that has stood for about 175 years now sells some of the most talked-about beef in the South. Bluffton’s General Store got a full renovation in 2016, with care taken to keep its historic character.

White Oak Pastures runs it, and the farm is famous for regenerative, grass-fed agriculture. It’s a multi-generation family operation that raises cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry.

The store carries the widest selection of White Oak Pastures products anywhere. You’ll find fresh meats and poultry, plus honey, pet chews, and leather and tallow goods.

Shoppers stock up on grass-fed beef, pasture-raised chicken, heritage pork, and lamb. The packaged beef selection is large, so bring a plan or a big cooler.

Beyond the meat counter, the shelves lean Southern. Think jams, grits, milk, and cheeses made in Georgia and nearby states.

Hungry right now? The Farmers Table serves breakfast, lunch, and supper, so you don’t have to wait until you get home.

Bluffton is a tiny town in rural Southwest Georgia. Lodging and an RV park are available if you’d like to stretch the trip.

The store keeps generous hours, opening early on weekdays and staying open until 8 PM. Sunday hours run from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Saturday afternoons tend to get busy. Weekday mornings are calmer if you prefer shopping without a crowd.

Address: 101 Church St, Bluffton, GA 39824

3. Hunter Cattle Company

Bacon Cheddar burger patties made by a cattle farm? Yes, and that’s just one reason to point your car toward Brooklet.

Hunter Cattle Company started in 2004 with a family goal of raising their own food. Today, three generations of the Ferguson family help run the farm.

The beef here is 100% grass fed and dry-aged. The farm skips added growth hormones, steroids, and antibiotics, and it puts a strong focus on humane animal care.

On-site, Mooma’s Farm Store sells the goods. Look for ribeye steaks, 80/20 and 90/10 ground beef, and beef bone broth.

The specialty patties are the fun part. Flavors include Vidalia Onion and Smoked Brisket Jalapeno and Blue Cheese, which should make your next cookout a lot more interesting.

Beef isn’t the only thing on offer. The farm also raises pasture-raised pork and free-range chicken, and the store carries pantry staples and handcrafted goods made in Georgia.

Hunter Cattle also doubles as an agritourism stop. Field trips, birthday parties, weddings, and even campouts happen on the farm.

Plan your trip on a weekday. The farm keeps hours Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, and it’s closed on weekends.

Live too far away for a quick drive? Online shopping with pickup at set meet-up spots can bring the beef closer to you.

Address: 934 Driggers Rd, Brooklet, GA 30415

4. The Barn Market at Deer Creek Farms

Some farm stores sell beef, and then some sell beef plus skincare made from the same cows. Deer Creek Farms in Ringgold does both.

The Barn Market sits right on the family’s beef farm. You can shop just steps from where much of the herd lives.

Deer Creek raises its own cattle, and the market also stocks meat from other local farms. That includes wagyu beef, which is a treat worth planning a special dinner around.

The tallow products deserve a shout. Tallow is rendered beef fat, and here it’s turned into goods made from cattle raised on the farm.

Fridge and pantry finds round out the trip. Look for fresh eggs, milk, fresh bread, and pasta sauce from local makers.

Fair warning, the snack shelves can be tempting. A beef run can easily turn into a full grocery haul.

The farm says it considers every detail, from animal well-being to caring for the land. That focus on stewardship shows in how it talks about its work.

Hours are friendly for busy families. The market opens Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 6 PM, plus Sunday afternoons from noon to 5 PM.

Saturdays tend to be the busiest stretch. Monday is usually quieter if you like browsing in peace.

Free parking and in-store pickup make it simple. Delivery is also offered for those who can’t make the drive to northwest Georgia.

Address: 32 Lane Rd, Ringgold, GA 30736

5. Osborn Farms

Five generations of farming is a long time to perfect anything. In Hiawassee, Osborn Farms puts that experience into its beef.

The family-owned farm raises grass-fed, grain-finished cattle. That approach lets cattle graze on pasture before finishing on grain for extra marbling.

The farm raises its own cattle and offers frozen beef cuts for customers to take home.

Flash freezing locks in freshness fast. It also means your steaks are ready to toss straight into your freezer at home.

The assortment goes beyond beef. You’ll also find locally raised pork and chicken, so one stop can cover a whole week of dinners.

Sweet tooth? The shelves include Amish butters, honey, and jams, which make a great pairing with a lazy breakfast of steak and toast.

Hiawassee sits in the North Georgia mountains near Lake Chatuge. The scenery alone makes the drive feel like a mini vacation.

Timing matters here, so check the calendar. Osborn Farms opens Wednesday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Sundays are off days. Showing up then means a pretty view and no beef.

Plan on a quick visit. Bring a cooler, grab your cuts, and enjoy the mountain roads on the way home.

Address: 1690 GA-17 S, Hiawassee, GA 30546

6. Powell Farms Beef- Farm Store

Blink and you might miss the open hours, but your freezer will be glad you didn’t. Powell Farms keeps a tight schedule that rewards planners.

This is a fourth-generation cow-calf operation in Calhoun. The family raises Angus cattle and sells beef straight to customers.

The beef is all-natural, grass-fed, and grain-finished. It’s also USDA-inspected, so you know it meets federal standards.

You can buy by the cut if you just want a few steaks. Custom quarters, halves, and wholes are available if you’re ready to fill a chest freezer.

Beef leads the way, but it isn’t alone. Pork and lamb also show up in retail cuts.

The farm store sits right on the property. Hours run Thursday and Friday from 4 PM to 6 PM, plus Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM.

That’s a short window, so set a phone reminder. Arriving on a Tuesday gets you a nice drive and nothing more.

Fall brings an extra reason to visit. The farm hosts an annual Fall on the Farm event with local vendors and activities.

Powell Farms is also a Georgia Grown member. That state program highlights products raised and made right here in Georgia.

Calhoun sits in northwest Georgia, an easy trip off Interstate 75. Swing by after work on a Thursday and dinner is basically solved.

Address: 225 Thelma Rd SW, Calhoun, GA 30701

7. Farm Fresh Beef & Produce Farm Store

Going in for ground beef and leaving with a homemade pie is a very real risk in Ball Ground. This farm store mixes meat with baked goods, and that’s a dangerous combo for willpower.

Grass-fed beef is the headliner. The beef is grass fed and finished, so the cattle stick to grass the whole way through.

Chicken fans get a nice bonus. The pasture-raised chicken is corn and soy free, which is a detail many shoppers hunt for.

Pastured pork rounds out the meat lineup. You can plan a whole menu of burgers, roast chicken, and pork chops in one trip.

The shelves don’t stop at protein. Look for dairy, fresh produce, and a variety of homemade baked goods.

Prepared foods and organic products are part of the mix too. That makes it handy for busy weeknights when cooking from scratch feels like a lot.

Hours are roomy for a farm store. It opens Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM.

Saturdays draw the biggest crowds. Tuesday and Thursday mornings tend to be calmer.

Can’t make the drive? Delivery, including no-contact delivery, and in-store pickup are both offered.

Ball Ground is a small town in Cherokee County, north of Atlanta. It makes a pleasant country detour from the metro area.

Address: 696 Hightower Trail, Ball Ground, GA 30107

8. Little Springs Cattle Co.

Raw milk, tallow candles, and a ribeye walk into a farm store. It sounds like a joke, but it’s a normal shopping list at Little Springs Cattle Co.

The Covington ranch carries a long legacy of raising beef cattle. In 2020, it shifted toward selling straight to customers and opened its farm store.

Pasture-raised beef leads the lineup. Cuts include ribeye, sirloin, T-bone, chuck eye steak, brisket, chuck roast, and 80/20 ground beef.

Planning ahead? Quarter, half, and whole steer options are available by deposit.

The farm puts weight on regenerative practices, animal welfare, and sustainability. Those goals shape how the cattle are raised.

Plenty of shoppers come for more than beef. The store also sells pork, lamb, chicken, eggs, honey, raw milk, and ice cream.

Tallow shows up in clever ways here. Look for beef tallow skincare and candles alongside smoked products and dry goods from local vendors.

The value gets attention too. Shoppers point out that grass-fed beef and farm eggs here can cost less than at a big chain grocery store.

Hours are generous, Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM. Sundays are closed.

Free on-site parking keeps things simple. Shipping is available for many items, though bulk steer orders are pickup only.

Address: 1186 Clark St SW, Covington, GA 30014

9. Jim Fuller Farm

Hay and cattle go together like burgers and buns. At Jim Fuller Farm, the family specializes in both.

This family-owned farm sits in Ellerslie, a rural community in Harris County. It’s an easy trip from Columbus for anyone craving local beef.

Growing hay and raising cattle on the same land is a smart pairing. The farm can feed its own herd from its own fields.

Beef is sold in bundles and in bulk. Bundles work well for small households, while bulk orders suit families who like a packed freezer.

Not sure how much freezer space you need? Bulk beef takes up more room than you’d think, so clear a shelf before pickup day.

Here’s the key detail. There’s no walk-in store schedule, so you’ll need to call ahead to set up a pickup.

Ordering online is another option. Place your order, then arrange a time to collect your beef at the farm.

The folks behind the farm get high marks for friendliness. Their locally raised beef earns praise for flavor too.

This is a great choice for planners. Order your bundle, mark the calendar, and enjoy a quiet country drive.

Harris County is known for rolling hills and pastures. It’s a fitting backdrop for a farm that keeps its focus simple.

Wrapping up a Georgia beef tour here feels right. Fewer frills, more steak, and a freezer that finally earns its keep.

Address: 1900 Harris Rd, Ellerslie, GA 31807