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Houston Chronicle

“Burgers here are a model of simplicity: 5-ounce, flattop-grilled patties, available as a single or double, made with 44 Farms beef (seasoned with cracked black pepper and Himalayan pink salt)…”

Culture Map Houston

“The addition of cocktails, a focus on seafood, and serving steaks from 44 Farms have all been successful elements at One Fifth, Shepherd’s ambitious restaurant that will change concepts annually for five years…”

Food & Wine

Food & Wine Magazine takes a look at the best meat in Texas that’s breaking down the traditional boundaries of barbecue in the state, including restaurants that feature 44 Farms.

My Table

"That was the beginning of BuffBurger, the couple’s gourmet fast-casual burger restaurant featuring 44 Farms black Angus beef that has since taken Houston by storm."

Southlake Style

“The most popular menu item is the filet mignon, which is made with 44 Farms beef…. Whether guests visit the steakhouse to savor the juiciest, premium Black Angus beef or indulge in fine wine from the Texas-inspired wine cellar, they’re in for a truly special experience.” Page 35

Paper City Mag

“Each burger is crafted with fresh ground beef sourced from 44 Farms in Cameron, Texas. The five ounce patty is griddled on a flat top then placed on an Amish potato roll (Balls Out Burger’s proprietary recipe)…”

Texas CEO Magazine

44 Farms President and CEO, Bob McClaren, touches on the importance of millennial's contribution to agriculture and how they determine the future of the industry.

2017 May Sale Book

“Our burger is made by the quality of the beef. The care that 44 Farms takes in raising the animals to produce meat with unparalleled texture and taste allows the beef to speak for itself. All other meats pale in comparison.” - Sara Burden, BuffBurger

Temple Daily Telegram

“In children’s books, farms have lush, rolling green hills dappled with crisp blue ponds and dotted with bright red barns. Cowboys ride horses from one open pasture to the next and livestock is not confined in small pens. That idealized scenery is present at 44 Farms. The pristine Cameron establishment could put any storybook farm to shame.”

Culture Map Dallas

"[Sir Franks is] doing a 100 percent black Angus beef hot dog from 44 Farms and artisan sausages from a variety of local butcher shops."

Escape Hatch Dallas

Rodeo Goat won for its goat cheese-caramelized onion number, on a hamburger using 44 Farms angus beef.

My Table

“People love to hear that we’re using local beef. 44 Farms obviously has a name and reputation for its incredible flavor,” Feges said. “People know what it is and dine with us to get the best of the best in beef.”

D Magazine

When talking about his new restaurant Tesar mentions,“We will only use Texas products—Heartland and 44 Farms.”

Houston Business Journal

Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta signed a $2 million deal with 44 Farms on Fertitta's "Billion Dollar Buyer"

Business 2 Community

"This week, Tilman Fertitta meets with Bob McClaren, James Burks and BJ McElroy of 44 Farms."

News West 9

One Central Texas cattle ranch "44 Farms" is getting national attention.

44 Farms Spring Sale Book

With Houston growing in reputation as the Culinary Capital of America, demand for top-tier dining during sporting events is on the rise. 44 Farms has teamed up with Underbelly Executive Chef Chris Shepherd to help redefine “stadium food.”

Houston Chronicle

44 Farms Angus Porterhouse is the featured picture for One Fifth's opening announcement.

AG Week

"Five heifer pregnancies from notable Angus breeders: 44 Farms, Cameron, Texas — Purchased for $10,000 by McMahon Family, Belle Point Ranch, Fort Smith, Ark."

Dallas Observer

"I order the Club Schmitz Burger, made with two quarter-pound 44 Farms beef patties, American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion and house-made pickles. This is America’s sandwich."

Beef Magazine

"The beef business is changing and as it does, its genetics suppliers are changing too. The BEEF Seedstock 100 list is your sourcebook and your history book for this highly important sector of the beef business."

Star-Telegram

Features a 44 Farms burger at the Stadium Club in Arlington.

Houston Business Journal

"CNBC's "Billion Dollar Buyer" will feature a pair of Houston-based architects and designers along with Cameron-based 44 Farms, according to a release."

Eater

"He’s still going to be sourcing his top-quality beef from 44 Farms."

Houstonia

Executive Chef Jon Buchanan is "sourcing from local purveyors as much as possible, including using cheese from the Houston Dairymaids, beans roasted by Katz Coffee, produce from Atkinson Farms and meat from 44 Farms."

Drovers

“Our principle business is providing productive genetics,” McClaren says. “The program is one of balance with maternal and carcass merit both holding importance so our producers can be successful.”

D Magazine

"They’ve also added selected cuts of beef from local vendors including...short ribs from 44 Farms..." According to the press release: “Holben predicts a new favorite for lunch will be the 44 Farms Jalapeno Burger with Texas Toast.”

Texas Monthly

The 44 Farms Pimento Cheese Burger from Knife in Dallas was awarded No. 4 in the 5 Greatest Burgers in Texas.

Eater

"This week on The Meat Show — Eater Video’s web series hosted by Eater NY editor and professional carnivore Nick Solares —  the crew visits 44 Farms, a cattle ranch 70 miles outside of Austin that is the source of some of the best and most highly regarded Black Angus beef in the country."

Eater

John Tesar uses 44 Farms Angus Ground Beef to craft the burger dubbed the Ozersky, in tribute to food writer Josh Ozersky.

“We came up with the idea for a burger joint and sports bar after realizing that many towns in East Texas don’t have a good place to watch big sporting events and enjoy a high quality burger,” Rami said.

Southern Living

44 Farms Texas Kick Beef Jerky wins 'Best Snack' in Southern Living Magazine's 2016 Food Awards.

FSR Magazine

Chef John Tesar brings a taste of Texas to Miami for South Beach Wine and Food Festival. He will partner with acclaimed chefs Francis Mallmann, Paul Qui, and Gabriel Ask, on February 24 at Los Fuegos in South Beach for "Epic Collaboration Dinner.”

Temple Daily Telegram

The Yards of Cameron hosted an Opening Day event on February 20, which featured the first ever 44 Farms Farmers Market, a Cameron Yoeman alumni baseball game, a college baseball game and a kite flying event.

Bovine Veterinarian

Our very own Tracy Woods was awarded a spot in the 2015 "40 Under 40" class by Farm Journal Media. 40 Under 40 recognizes men and women who will be instrumental in meeting the 2050 challenge of feeding 9 billion people. Way to go, Tracy!

Central Track

Mudhen Meat & Greens serves "The Loco Moco," a 44 Farms ground beef patty sandwich with bacon, topped with a Vital Farms egg.

Zagat

Mudhen Meat & Greens at the Dallas Farmers Market is now open and has several options using 44 Farms beef.

Beef Today

Beef Today discusses the branded-beef program by 44 Farms, the seedstock operation, and the Prime and Choice beef offered by 44 Steaks.

Side Dish

44 Farms supplies the majority of the beef used at Wayward Sons on Lower Greenville in Dallas, Texas.

Ag Web

Ag Web discusses the process, quality and success of 44 Farms' branded beef program.

Southern Living

Southern Living is hosting a competition which will give away a box filled with 44 Farms beef jerky and a Yeti Rambler. The winner will be chosen on December 11th.

The Today Show

​The Today Show featured a 44 Farms Family Pack as a mail-order gift for the holiday season. The Family Pack includes three of our best selling all natural Angus steaks.

Houston Chronicle

The Houston Chronicle recommends a 44 Farms smoked prime rib as a holiday gift.

Houston Press

The Burger Joint, a new burger restaurant in Houston, uses freshly ground 44 Farms Angus beef patties to create a juicy burger for their new menu.

Houston Chronicle

Eight chefs are recognized for their talent in the Houston barbecue scene, one of which is Patrick Feges, a chef at Southern Goods serving 44 Farms beef. In addition, The Houston Chronicle recognizes Papa Charlies and Killen's, which also serve 44 Farms beef.

Houstonia

Southern Goods uses fresh beef in their kitchen from 44 Farms.

Texas Monthly

Papa Charlie's Barbeque, a restaurant in Houston serving 44 Farms Beef, made the list for Texas Monthly's Top 25 Best New Barbecue Joints in Texas.

Houston Chronicle

Buff Burger uses 44 Farms beef for their in-house made hamburgers.

Houston Chronicle

Toyota Center uses 44 Farms beef in their "Clutch City Dog," served on a bed of waffle fries.

Houstonia

Rico's menu includes a bacon-wrapped hot dog made with 44 Farms beef and a Tex-Mex burger that smothers a 44 Farms beef patty with queso salsa and fresh guacamole.

Houston Business Journal

Papa Charlies serves brisket, hot dogs, and other BBQ from 44 Farms beef.

Chef Chris Shepherd's "44 Farms Jalapeño Cheddar Dog" is served at the NRG Stadium, home of the Houston Texans.

Culture Map

Underbelly, a Houston restaurant featuring Chris Shepherd, is the only restaurant to make the "Top 30 in the South".

Advocate: Oak Cliff

The restaurant and market Sylvan Thirty now carries 44 Farms beef.

Food & Wine

Food & Wine recommends 44 Farms Jerky as a delicious snack.

Beaumont Enterprise

The Grill recommends the 44 Farms’ six-ounce filet mignon and ribeye.

D Magazine

Ghef Gottlich showcased 44 Farms NY Strip at a five course tasting event.

CultureMap Houston

Chef Joseph Stayshich shares his tips on grilling the perfect burger using 44 Farms beef.

Beaumont Enterprise

Beth Rankin discusses her experience at Perry at The Grill in Beaumont, which serves 44 Farms Beef.

Houstonia

The new Spring Branch burger joint specializes in all things natural and local using ground beef Angus from 44 Farms.

NPR

44 Farms discusses the aftermath of the recent flood in Cameron, Texas.

Dallas Observer

The culinary collaborations feature 44 Farms beef.

Cowboys and Indians

Cowboys and Indians discusses the emphasis 44 Farms puts on the value of chef to farmer relationships.

Houston Press

44 Farms supplies all-Angus beef for JCI Grill's new "German Style" hot dog of the month.

D Magazine

D Magazine picks 44 Farms beef jerky as one of their local gift favorites

BEEF Today

The importance of screening for BVI-PI

beaumontenterprise.com

If you’re a steak fan, this seafood spot is, surprisingly, the place to go: they now receive all of their steaks from 44 Farms.

Dallas Observer

As ground zero for the country's most prestigious culinary awards, each chef that makes the trip to New York City to cook dinner at the Beard House is vying to be named one of the best in America. Over the past few weeks, some of Dallas' best and brightest have made a case for Dallas' culinary revolution in this hallowed kitchen.

The Western Producer

44 Ruby 3839 contributed by 44 Farms of Cameron Texas was sold at the Angus Foundation sale held at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colo. on Jan. 14. Proceeds benefit to the Angus Foundation which supports education, research and scholarships for Angus junior members.

American Angus Association

A packed crowd in the Beef Palace Arena at the National Western Stock Show (NWSS) on Wednesday, Jan. 14, witnessed an impressive $175,000 bid for the Angus Foundation Heifer Package.

Travel + Leisure

Where John Tesar’s rare cuts include a well-marbled dry-aged rib eye from 44 Farms, a sustainability-focused ranch founded in 1909.

Thrillist Austin

Black Star's aptly-named fiery chili, "Bowl of Red," is made with 44 Farms beef brisket braised in a spicy Texas chili, and topped with sharp cheddar cheese, onions, and jalapeño. Add Fritos for free!

Crave DFW

Resto Gastro Bistro serves 44 Farms steaks.

D Magazine

We’re turning the spotlight on food-centric gifts over the next 12 days leading up to Christmas.

Esquire Magazine

Esquire Editor at Large, Josh Ozersky, curated the following list of awesome things to buy for that certain hungry someone.

Houston Tidbits

The small ingredient list and big flavor combo will put the typical jerky you crave out to pasture. Savor the holidays with tempting tastes, such as Simply Smoked or Texas Kick.

BEEF Magazine

Fall cattle sales offer opportunities for ranchers to expand by purchasing open and bred females. Here are six tips from Bob McClaren, founder and CEO of 44 Farms, for both buyers and sellers at a cattle sale.

NPR

​If you've shopped for meat recently, you no doubt have noticed that beef prices are up. Some grades are even at the highest levels ever recorded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Though the inflated prices may be hard on consumers, they're helping Texas cattle ranchers recover from a fierce drought.

My Table

Tout Suite serves a 44 Farms flank steak sandwich with caramelized onions, provolone and a house garlic aioli on a pretzel hoagie.

Houston Eater

As with Glass Wall and BAC, the cuisine will feature local/sustainable produce and meat from producers like 44 Farms. "It will be a little bit Glass Wall and a little bit Brooklyn," said Ross.

Houston Chronicle

44 Farms is one of the best examples of how the cattle business has evolved over the decades. Established in 1909 in Cameron by S.W. and Jose McClaren, the ranch is now helmed by great-grandson Bob McClaren.

Eater

Knife gives beefy joyrides for every budget. Among the largely economical "New School" steaks, home in on the supple, $25 flatiron (a shoulder cut) from 44 Farms north of Austin...

Houstonia

What does it mean to live in a state with the world’s largest ranches, a metro area of 6.2 million that somehow finds room for 158,000 head of cattle, a county (Harris) that ranks in the top 20 percent for beef production? It means you’ve got no excuse for eating a bad steak...

Edible Austin

Edible Austin discusses the quality of 44 Farms beef as well as the process behind the farms operation.

Progressive Cattleman

​On Saturday, Oct. 25, an estimated 750 people attended the eighth annual 44 Farms bull and female cattle sale, including bidders from 32 states.

Food & Wine

A chef, a barbecue expert and a hotelier choose their favorite dishes from Austin to Marfa.

Texas Monthly

Ozersky called Knife “the steakhouse of the future,” and credited its chef, John Tesar, for sourcing much of its meat from Texas’s 44 Farms and for selling a steak for $25.

Esquire

Tesar has already done at lot at Knife, but two things in particular have the potential to change the game, even in Texas. The first is that by sourcing most of its meat from 44 Farms, Knife has made good on a promise that we have been hearing about for years: that we could eat local beef that was as delicious as the best grain-fed commodity Prime from the Great Plains.

Researcher and cattlemen give tips to improve silage quality.

Culture Map Houston

One of the signs of an evolving restaurant scene is the addition of a neighborhood cafe: a casual space where people can gather and linger over coffee or a light meal. North downtown just got one thanks to The Honeymoon and now, with the opening of Tout Suite, EaDo has, too. ​

Angus Journal

The Angus Foundation is pleased to announce 44 Farms, Cameron, Texas, as the 2015 Angus Foundation Heifer Package donor. She sells January 2015 at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colo.

Houstonia Gastronaut

​Each Friday, Gastronaut rounds up the most notable opening and closing of the week.