The terms "grass-fed" and "grass-finished" bison refer to the animal's diet and how it was raised, with key differences relating to the duration and type of feed at different stages of the bison's life.
Grass-Fed Bison
The term "grass-fed" means that the bison was primarily raised on grass or forage for a significant portion of its life. However, this does not necessarily mean that the bison was fed only grass for its entire life.
Some grass-fed bison may be grain-finished, meaning that toward the end of their life, they are fed grains (such as corn or soy) to fatten them up before harvest. This is done to increase the marbling of the meat.
Grass-Finished Bison
Grass-finished bison means the animal ate grass or forage for its entire life, including up to the point of harvest. No grains were introduced at any stage of the animal's development.
This results in leaner meat with a different flavor profile than grain-finished bison. Grass-finished meat tends to have a more robust, earthy taste and a lower fat content.
Bluestem Bison are 100% Grass-Fed and Grass-Finished, raised free of grains and GMO feeds. They graze native, chemical-free prairie grasses for their entire life. This creates a leaner, healthier, and lighter meat compared to grain-finished bison.
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