A quick overview of the best meat delivery companies

• Best in the Northeast: Wrong Direction Farm, Maple Wind Farm

• Best in the Midwest: Reimer Family Farm

• Best in the West: Family Friendly Farms

• Best in the East: Cairncrest Farm

• Best nationwide family farms: White Oak Pastures, Seven Sons

• Best for pasture-raised selections: Alderspring Ranch, Primal Pastures

• Best sustainable sources: Parker Pastures, Porter Road

• Best for groceries beyond meat: Thrive Market

If you eat meat, finding trustworthy sources that prioritize humane treatment and sustainable farming may be important to you.

Even for those who don’t consume animal products, supporting ethical animal agriculture is crucial. Animals raised on factory farms, also known as concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), often endure harsh conditions and are unable to engage in natural behaviors such as grazing, grooming, and dustbathing.

Moreover, industrial farming significantly affects the environment, contributing to both air and water pollution.

Thankfully, a growing number of small, family-run farms are changing that narrative by producing meat and poultry using ethical, sustainable, and regenerative farming practices — and many now deliver straight to your door.

We’ve gathered a list of some of the best humane meat delivery services across the United States, based on:

• Meat quality: We prioritized farms known for exceptional, fresh, and responsibly raised meat.

• Environmental and animal welfare standards: Only farms with clear commitments to sustainability and ethical animal care were included.

• Affordability: We considered a range of price points.

• Vetting: Each business was reviewed to ensure compliance with Healthline’s business and medical standards.

Below are 12 outstanding meat delivery options worth checking out.

Best in the Northeast

Wrong Direction Farm — Canajoharie, New York

Wrong Direction Farm raises grass-fed beef and lamb, along with pasture-raised chicken, turkey, and pork in upstate New York.

Transparency is central to their mission — customers can see how animals are raised via their website and social media. The farm’s goal is “to practice agriculture that uplifts people, respects animals, and restores the land.”

They deliver to several Northeastern states including New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire.

• Free shipping on orders over $200 ($14.99 otherwise).

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pasture-raised, boneless): $13.99/lb

  • Ground beef: $9.75/lb

  • Bone-in pork chops: $14.65/lb

Maple Wind Farm — Richmond, Vermont

This Vermont-based family farm raises grass-fed beef and pastured pork, chicken, and turkey. The animals roam freely and display natural behaviors like rooting and grazing.

They offer shipping throughout New England, including parts of Maine, Connecticut, and New York.

• Free shipping in New England (with a $12 handling fee); free local Vermont delivery on orders over $100.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (boneless, pasture-raised): $12.25/lb

  • Ground beef: $8.25/lb

  • Bone-in pork chops: $11.75/lb

Best in the Midwest

Reimer Family Farm — Brodhead, Wisconsin

Reimer Family Farm raises grass-fed beef and lamb, heritage pork, and pasture-raised poultry using regenerative farming techniques.

They deliver across much of Wisconsin and neighboring states including Minnesota, Illinois, and Michigan.

• Orders over $165 ship free; minimum order $85.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pasture-raised): $19.00/lb

  • Ground beef (grass-fed): $8.50/lb

  • Pork loin chops: $10.00/lb

Best in the West

Family Friendly Farms — Grass Valley, California

This California ranch provides grass-fed beef and lamb, pasture-raised pork, and free-range chicken.

Their animals graze naturally on open pasture, promoting both animal health and soil regeneration.

• Ships throughout western states including CA, OR, WA, AZ, NM, ID, NV, and UT.

• Shipping starts at $25 for up to 20 lbs.

• Example prices:

  • Whole chicken (4 lbs): $31.95

  • Ground beef: $8.95/lb

  • Bone-in pork chops: $14.95/lb

Best in the East

Cairncrest Farm — West Winfield, New York

Cairncrest Farm produces grass-fed beef and lamb, as well as pastured chicken and pork. Customers are encouraged to visit and see the humane, transparent farming process firsthand.

They deliver throughout the Eastern U.S., including NY, NJ, DE, and MD.

• Orders over $200 ship free (minimum $85).

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pasture-raised): $14.25/lb

  • Ground beef (grass-fed): $9.75/lb

  • Bone-in pork chops: $13.65/lb

Best Nationwide Family Farms

White Oak Pastures — Bluffton, Georgia

This regenerative Georgia farm raises 10 species of livestock and is known for its zero-waste approach — using every part of the animal for products like tallow, leather, and pet treats.

• Ships to all 48 contiguous states; free ground shipping over $199.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pastured): $20.99/lb

  • Ground beef (grass-fed): $8.99/lb

  • Pork chops (bone-in): $12.59/lb

Seven Sons — Roanoke, Indiana

Operated by the Hitzfield family, Seven Sons offers grass-fed beef and bison, plus pasture-raised pork, chicken, and lamb. They emphasize transparency, regenerative agriculture, and humane treatment.

• Ships nationwide; free shipping on orders over $149.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pastured): $15.10/lb

  • Ground beef (grass-fed): $9.45/lb

  • Pork chops (bone-in): $14.58/lb

Best for Pasture-Raised Meat

Alderspring Ranch — May, Idaho

This family-run ranch raises certified organic, grass-fed beef across 70 square miles of pristine Idaho pasture — the largest contiguous certified-organic rangeland in the U.S.

• Ships to all 50 states.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pastured): $23/lb

  • Ground beef (organic, grass-fed): $12.15/lb

  • Pork chops (pasture-raised): $18.85 for two

Primal Pastures — Southern California

Primal Pastures partners with small farms that follow strict regenerative and humane practices. They sell pasture-raised chicken and pork, and grass-fed beef.

• Ships nationwide; free shipping on orders over $400.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pastured): $17.59/lb

  • Ground beef patties: $12.99/lb

  • Pork loin (bone-in): $25 for 1–2 lbs

Best for Sustainability

Parker Pastures — Gunnison, Colorado

Parker Pastures raises grass-fed beef on organic, mountain pastures certified by both Global Animal Partnership (Step 4) and Audubon Certified Ranch programs, reflecting high animal welfare and habitat standards.

• Ships nationwide; shipping from $28 outside Colorado.

• Example prices:

  • Ground beef (grass-fed): $12.95/lb

  • Filet mignon: $16.99 for 2

  • Brisket: $54 for 3–4 lbs

Porter Road

Porter Road collaborates with family farms in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania to provide responsibly raised beef, pork, and chicken.

They use eco-friendly packaging and offer both individual cuts and curated boxes.

• Nationwide delivery in the contiguous U.S.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pasture-raised): $20 for 1–1.5 lbs

  • Ground beef (dry-aged): $7/lb

  • Pork chops (bone-in): $9 for ~0.75 lb

Best for Groceries Beyond Meat

Thrive Market

Thrive Market is an online membership-based grocery platform offering a variety of natural foods — including humanely raised, pasture-raised, and grass-fed meats.

They partner with farms that follow regenerative and ethical farming practices.

• Ships throughout the contiguous U.S.

• Example prices:

  • Chicken breasts (pasture-raised): $8.99/lb

  • Ground beef (grass-fed): $12.49/lb

  • Ribeye steak (grass-fed): $26.99/lb

How to Choose a Meat Delivery Service

Ethically raised meat often costs more than conventional meat, reflecting the time, labor, and land required for humane and sustainable practices. When selecting a delivery service, consider:

• Animal welfare standards and working conditions

• Environmental impact of the farm

• Proximity to your location

• Shipping policies and fees

• Product pricing and variety

Whenever possible, buy directly from local farmers. Many small farms welcome visitors and are transparent about their practices.

Websites like EatWild can help you find farms that ship to your area.

The Bottom Line

Ethical, sustainable meat delivery is more accessible than ever. From small family farms to nationwide operations, these services make it easy to enjoy high-quality meat raised with respect for animals and the environment.

By choosing from these trusted farms, you’re not just supporting your health — you’re helping promote a food system that’s better for animals, people, and the planet.