Grilling Fresh This Summer :: Ozarks First TV Feature

If you're from Springfield, MO or the Ozarks and love a good backyard cookout, you're in the right place. At Blue Silo, we’re making it easy to grill confidently this summer with meats you can trust—raised right here on our family farm.

Whether you're a longtime customer or just hearing about us for the first time, we invite you to explore what makes our farm-fresh beef, pork, and chicken a local favorite. Our recent video “Grill Fresh This Summer with Blue Silo” gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how we’re helping folks eat well and grill better this season.

Why Locally Raised Meat Makes a Difference

At Blue Silo, we raise:

• Pasture-raised beef that's grain-finished for great marbling and flavor.

• Heritage pork that’s tender and rich—perfect for grilling or smoking.

• Cage-free chicken raised with care and without antibiotics.

Our animals are raised right here on our Ozarks farm, not shipped in from out of state or across the country. That means less transport time, a smaller carbon footprint, and fresher meat for your family.

We flash-freeze all our meats at peak freshness—locking in flavor and nutrition—so when you take it out of your freezer, it tastes like it came straight from the butcher.

🧠 Educational Highlight: Why “Grain-Finished” Matters

Many people ask about the difference between grass-fed and grain-finished beef. At our farm, cattle start on pasture and are later fed a carefully balanced grain ration. This step helps them build the flavorful fat marbling that gives steaks their juiciness and burgers that rich, beefy taste. It’s the perfect combination of pasture-raised nutrition with the flavor profile grillers love.

New This Season: Gourmet Burgers & Spatchcocked Chickens

Just in time for your next BBQ, we’ve made it easier than ever to serve up something special:

• Gourmet Burgers – Infused with flavor and ready for the grill

• Spatchcocked Chickens – Backbone removed for fast & even smoking

Supporting Local Just Tastes Better

When you buy from Blue Silo, you're doing more than putting great food on your table:

• You're supporting a real Ozarks farm family.

• You're helping us stay sustainable and raise animals with care.

• You're choosing quality over convenience—and flavor over fillers.

We offer free local delivery on orders over $175 and keep our on-farm store open every weekend, so you can shop small and eat well year-round.

Perfect Pairings for Summer Grilling

Need a side to go with those brats and burgers? Try these customer-favorite combos:

• Cowboy caviar with sweet corn and black beans

• Garlic mashed potatoes topped with crispy shallots

• Local slaw or sweet pickles for that fresh-off-the-farm feel

Don’t forget to stock your freezer for Labor Day or back-to-school dinners. Meat raised with care means meals made with confidence.

Ready to Grill?

Here’s what you can do next:

1. Watch our video for summer grilling inspiration: YouTube: Grill Fresh with Blue Silo

2. Browse our current meat bundles online or visit us at the farm.

3. Share this post with neighbors and friends who want to support local and eat better.

From Our Family to Yours

We’re proud to serve families across Springfield, Willard, Republic, Nixa, and beyond, and we’re so grateful for the support you’ve given our farm. Whether you’re firing up the grill, stocking your freezer, or planning ahead for cooler weather, we’re here to help you eat local, eat fresh, and eat with confidence.