TOP 7 Certified Halal Farms & Ranches in Texas, Updated February 2023 - TexasRealFood (2023)

Dewberry Hills Farm

Farm & Ranch in Lexington

Jane and Terry Levan run Dewberry Hills Farm, and call their pastured chickens an “omnivore’s delight”. Passionate at what they do despite the labor-intensive process, they claim to only grow “really good chicken”. They never use hormones or antibiotics on the birds they raise, and only use a special grain mix to supplement their chickens’ diet of green grass. They don’t use pesticides on their grazing areas, too! The birds move freely in their movable chicken pens. During harvest, they process them onsite.Being close to Austin, one can find them at the various farmers’ markets and co-op grocery stores in Austin. Better yet, find them at some of Austin's better restaurants.

Farm & Ranch in Madisonville

Honey Doe Farm started because of the family's quest to find alternative milk for their lactose intolerant daughter, Amanda. They learned that goat milk is more easily digestible for humans, but the ones available in stores had a powerful off-flavor. The good thing is they met a family with milk goats, discovered that goat milk is incredibly tasty. And that's when they started dreaming of having their fresh goat milk and homemade cheese. Said dream turned to reality when they moved to Idaho in January 2005 and purchased their first eight goats, 4 Nigerian Dwarfs & 4 LaManchas. With their continuous efforts to learn more about goat farming, their herd has grown to 100 goats. They are primarily raising two dairy breeds, LaMancha & Nigerian Dwarf goats and a market goat breed, Boer.Going the natural route, they provide nutritious hay, minerals, and additional supplements such as dolomite, yeast, kelp, and bran to their goats as well as unlimited access to water. They sell some goat kids, and also branched out to producing beautiful hand-crafted goat's milk cheeses, lead by Lance Hays. He is deaf and communicates using American Sign Language, and is the primary cheesemaker and dairyman, joined by Frances Hays. A satisfied customer said, "My husband and I had a great time visiting! We toured the creamery, milked goats, and fed babies. So much fun! And so nice to be able to buy fresh goat cheese made in the creamery we had just toured. It's a great place to bring your kiddos to learn about life on the farm! Support local farmers!". You can reach out to Lance regarding your milk or cheese inquiries on this email, [emailprotected]!

Munkebo Farm

Farm & Ranch in Manor

Germaine Swenson is the founder of the Munkebo Farm. She named the farm 'Munkebo' as a tribute to her great-grandma. 'Munkebo' is the birthplace of her great grandmother from Sweden. Upon learning about her roots through spending time in Sweden in 2009, she founded the farm in the same year.The 80-acre farm practices permaculture methods. Currently, the farm raises pigs, Angus cows, Piedmontese cows, guinea, chickens, and ducks.Facebook reviews generally commend their meat and eggs. "For years, I've been buying duck meat and eggs from Germaine. Such amazing meat cuts with rich smell and flavor. When I saw their selection, there was barely any fat in the meat."Catch them at Mueller Farmer's Market in Austin and Republic Square Farmer's Market.

Nurture Ranch

Farm & Ranch in Frisco

Rodney Mason and his family manage and own the Nurture Ranch. They became interested in 100% grass-fed beef when their doctors advised them to be extra cautious in consuming traditional beeves.Since then, they have tried grass-fed beef from numerous sources. However, they were concerned about the inconsistent taste and texture on beeves they tried. As a result, they have looked for the best farmers who can help them with their concern.That is when they met a 5th generation rancher who helped them understand how a cow can naturally develop flavor.Today, the farm is 'American Grassfed Association' certified. They are raising Black Angus cattle that people love! "I just wanted to say that I am amazed by how good your beef tasted."

Renaissance Chicken

Farm & Ranch in Sealy

Providing valuable information on free-range eggs, Renaissance Chicken is Houston's chicken guru! This place is also a hatchery, a breeder of rare and hard to find breeds, and a cage-free egg seller sitting on ten acres that have been organically maintained for over ten years. The owner, "Camille is professional and knowledgeable!!" Her farm offers Natural, Sustainable, Pasture-raised, Cage, Chemical, and Cruelty-Free source for exotic and hard-to-find breeds". You can also contact them via phone or their social media page if you want to pre-order from them. You can also see photos of their farm at their social media page.They haven't updated their CSA page since December 6, 2012, contact them directly for more information.

Rockin Bar B Ranch

Farm & Ranch in Cumby

Bobbi Smith, a local military veteran farmer, runs the 113-acre farm, which he called Rockin Bar B Ranch.It is a diversified ranch, specializing in agro-tourism like deer, duck, and boar leases. Moreover, they also specialize in the direct marketing of grass-fed Angus beef. Options to purchase a whole, half, or quarter cow is available. You can also specify how you would like their meats cut. All-natural is what he takes pride in, naturally worming the animals with diatomaceous earth and lick a sulfur salt block to control insects.Glamping packages and other packages such as Ranch life for a day, weekend, or week will also be available in the future. Check their website through this link,www.beef2u.com, to be updated!

True Texan Beef

Farm & Ranch in Edinburg

One of the reasons why we want to buy from local sources is because it is easy to trust them and their product. Take beef, for example. Locally-produced beef is made in ranches we can easily visit. The ranch owners are always happy to give us a tour because they have nothing to hide. On the contrary, they want us to know everything. Take for example True Texan Beef. They are proud to say that they are selling Texans with beef made from Texas-raised cattle. They sell 100% grass-fed and finished beef. It is all-natural and free-range. Beef produced here is US-inspected and has passed the standards for health and safety set by the US Department of Agriculture. It is a great-looking beef that tastes great too, not to mention nutritious and very good for your health and well-being. True Texan Beef is a good reason why it is best to go for locally-sourced beef.