Durham Ranch Cervena Venison is distinguished from all other venison by the trademark assurance that the meat has been naturally produced and processed in accredited plants, according to a system of highest quality standards. In order to qualify as Cervena, cuts must come from animals three years and under and raised in the most natural way; free from CWD risk, sustainable, humanely handled with an extraordinary flavor. Dark, rich red meat with incredible flavor and nutritional profile. Contains 97% bnls venison meat with 3% grassfed-finished beef.
SOURCED FROM: Family farms in New Zealand
RAISED ON: Natural grasses
HARVESTED AT: 3 years / 200-300 lbs
TASTE IS: New Zealand Venison and Elk are surprisingly mild and very tender. When cooked properly many people detect a light bit of flintiness similar to a Premier Cru from Chablis. It is simply delicious and pairs surprisingly well with almost any spice combination you can dream up.
HOW HEALTHY: New Zealand Venison is rich in iron and low in fat, making it an ideal meat to include as part of a balanced diet. Venison is packed with many nutrients required for good health such as iron, zinc and a number of B vitamins including B-12, which is why it is called a nutrient dense food. Red meat is one of the best sources of easily absorbable iron. Venison contains more iron than any other meat, including more iron than beef and lamb. Alison Pask, New Zealand Registered Dietician.
THE FOOD OF OUR ANCESTORS
Hunted for generations and one of the oldest consumed meats known to man, Durham Ranch Venison is grown on picturesque family farms throughout New Zealand. Durham Ranch Venison is carefully raised to preserve the breed and develop the highest quality meat possible. It’s all-natural and raised without the use of hormones or antibiotic growth promotants.
DEEP IN FLAVOR AND NUTRIENTS
The Durham Ranch difference is in the flavor. Our Venison delivers a depth of flavor one expects to find in the finest of beef. The sweet and rich meat is available in a variety of cuts from racks to striploin.It is a natural choice in creating value on menus. Durham Ranch’s strict growing practices provide meat that is extremely nutrient rich. One serving of our Venison delivers over 80% of the daily recommended amount of protein for about 180 calories. It’s also an excellent source of B vitamins and iron making it a great addition to any health-focused menu.
FAQ:
What is the feeding regimen?
Durham Ranch Venison are farm raised on natural grasses.
Are the animals ever given antibiotics as growth stimulants?
No.
What does Durham Ranch do to ensure the animals are treated with respect?
Durham Ranch farms and processing plants adhere to the Deer Quality Assurance program.
At what age are they harvested and why?
Venison are harvested at age three when the meat is most tender.
What is the weight of the animals at harvest?
Venison are harvested between 200 and 300 pounds.
What does the meat taste like?
Durham Ranch Venison has a mild yet distinctive flavor that is not gamey
