08/23/2026
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UPDATE! We have added many of the recommendations in the comments and are still adding others! Thank you all!
Buying beef and other meats closer to home may be easier than you think.
Ashli asked East Texans yesterday where they buy locally raised meat, and the recommendations came quickly, with several options in Marshall, Hallsville, Waskom, and Jefferson. More than that, over 5,000 people looked at the post, which tells us you want to know too.
Whether you’re looking to buy directly from a rancher, fill the freezer with beef, or find a good old fashioned butcher counter, there are plenty of choices, and we’ve compiled many.
Where to Buy Local Meat:
* Hynson Springs M Ranch, Marshall: A family owned ranch near Marshall offering direct-to-consumer, pasture raised, 100% grass fed and grass finished beef.
* Hughes Ranch, Waskom: Local residents recommended Hughes Ranch for ranch raised beef, available through Waskom Hardware on Texas Street. Options include ground beef, steaks, brisket and roasts, along with larger quantities for families looking to stock the freezer.
* Seven Spurs Ranch, Hallsville: This was one of the names that came up multiple times when we asked for recommendations for locally raised beef. Contact the ranch directly for current availability and purchasing options.
* Shady Grove Ranch, Jefferson: Shady Grove offers more than beef. The East Texas farm sells grass fed beef along with pasture raised pork, chicken, turkey and eggs, with farm store shopping and pickup options.
* Rise and Shine Hills, Hallsville: Another recommendation from our readers, with farm raised foods including beef and fresh eggs. Local customers also pointed to Rise and Shine for lamb and chicken. Dorsett Cattle Co. out of Gilmer is a frequent vendor.
* Crooked Creek Akaushi, Jefferson: Offers locally raised Akaushi Wagyu beef, giving East Texans another option for buying quality beef close to home. The ranch raises its cattle right here in Northeast Texas and offers a selection of premium cuts available for purchase directly from the ranch.
* Bar S Cattle & Beef, Hallsville: Offers homegrown, grass fed and grain finished beef. In addition to beef, the operation also offers hay, show cattle, Angus bulls and commercial cattle.
* Honey Do Acres, Marshall - Pastured Pork: If pork is what you’re after, this was another reader recommendation, particularly for bacon and pork chops.
* Bear Creek Smokehouse Inc, Marshall: Bear Creek deserves a little more explanation because this longtime East Texas business offers considerably more than barbecue. The General Store on Highway 154 serves as the retail outlet for Bear Creek’s smoked meats. Current offerings include smoked turkeys, spiral-sliced and boneless hams, peppered pork tenderloin, hickory-smoked and peppered bacon, Polish sausage, summer sausage, jalapeño-and-cheddar summer sausage and a variety of meat samplers and gift packages. They also carry jarred goods, soup and chili mixes and other specialty foods.
* Cedar & Sage Homestead, Marshall! Offers fresh pork, farm fresh vegetables, chickens and free range eggs.
* Top Homestead General Store, Longview:
Located at 9999 Hwy 259 North, Top Homestead General Store offers locally raised proteins along with farmers market goods, gardening supplies, local pottery, vintage and antique items, and plenty of old-fashioned general store charm.
* Shady Grove Ranch, Jefferson offers pasture raised, grass fed beef, pork, chicken, turkey and farm-fresh eggs.
* Triple Skull Ranch, Marshall: Offers 100% grass raised beef with no added hormones. They also offer free delivery to Caddo Packing in Marshall when you purchase beef from the ranch.
* Caddo Packing Co, Marshall: Don’t overlook one of Marshall’s longtime meat market options. Caddo Packing is located at 609 S. Washington Avenue and operates as a traditional butcher shop and meat processor. It’s a great stop for fresh meats, steaks, sausage and custom cuts, along with cheeses and other items from the meat counter. The business also provides custom meat processing.
*Don’t forget our Marshall & Harleton Farmers Markets for fresh produce and other locally produced goodies.
The response to Ashli’s original question made one thing pretty clear: you don’t necessarily have to head to a big grocery store to put good meat, produce, eggs and cheese on the table. There are ranchers, farmers, smokehouses and old fashioned meat markets throughout our part of East Texas. When you buy from them, you’re also keeping more of your grocery dollars right here at home.
Know another ranch, farm, butcher, or market in Harrison County or the surrounding area that belongs on this list? Drop the name in the comments, and we’ll add it.
