Articles by Blaine Hitzfield

Blaine Hitzfield

Chief Executive Officer

Blaine steers the high-level vision, bridges connections within and outside Seven Sons, and ensures our team keeps soaring. He's the guiding force, generously sharing his expertise and passion to ensure the team's success.

3 Ways Grass-fed Butter is Superior to Grain-fed Butter

Saturated fat will clog your arteries, at least that is what we have been lead to believe. But new studies are showing that consuming saturated fats from grass-fed cows is actually good for your health. Butter is a great source of saturated fats, so here are 3 ways grass-fed butter is superior to grain-fed butter.

Freedom and the Family Farm

On this weekend leading up to the 4th of July I spent time reflecting about what freedom and independence mean for me as a regenerative farmer. First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for the privilege my family has to produce wholesome food for you right here on U.S. soil. We recognize our freedoms would not be here today without the immense sacrifices from our service men and women, past and present. We are incredibly grateful and vow to continue to act courageously to honor their sacrifices.

Response to mRNA Vaccines

Due to recent news articles about using new mRNA vaccines for cattle, our team and family have received numerous emails and phone calls about this topic. I invite you to read the blog post below, where I've posted my research and answers to commonly asked questions.

Farm Life Show (Ep. 10) - Core Values That Drive Our Team

We recorded this episode for other farmers but as an act of transparency, but invite our customers to go behind the scenes and listen in to the conversation, too. In this article, we want to share what our 5 core values are and provide a backstory on why we give time and attention to having company core values in the first place.

Farm Life Show (Ep. 9) - Battlefields to Fertile Fields

In late August we were fortunate to host Army Captain Gil De Leon for a week-long visit to our farm. Capt. De Leon is a 17-year Army Veteran, husband, father to 6 kids....and an aspiring regenerative farmer. In this post we share how he's transitioning from wearing combat gear to a cowboy hat and boots...

Farm Life Show (Ep.05) - FAQs and Details About our Cattle Operation

On this episode of The Farm Life Show, Blake and Blaine sit down in the pasture among the cattle to discuss how the cows at Seven Sons are raised. The brothers dispel some common misconceptions and myths about pasture-raised beef and its impact on the environment. Blake also sheds some light on why plant-based protein or “fake meat” actually does the planet more harm than good.

RECIPE: Grilled Delmonico Steak With Garlic Herb Butter

Since the 1850s, Delmonico steaks have been synonymous with quality and flavor. But you haven’t really tasted a Delmonico steak until you’ve tasted one pasture-raised and grass-fed — naturally and sustainably from Seven Sons Farms. Our Delmonico steak is a ribeye cut but comes without the bone. Each Seven Sons Delmonico steak is juicy, rich, and has generous marbling throughout. It is a fine-grained steak, unrivaled in its tenderness and rich flavor. Not only are Seven Sons Farms Delmonico steaks delicious, they’re also versatile. Whether you prefer to skillet-cook, grill, or broil your Delmonico steaks, you’re in for a treat. With steaks this good, simple prep is all you need. The Grilled Delmonico Steak With Garlic Herb Butter recipe below is perfect for your next family BBQ — in 30 minutes or less. We hope your family enjoys this easy but delectable Delmonico steak recipe as much as ours does!