Comparing Prices of Grass-Fed Meat

Three different Calgary organic/natural grocery chains were visited in July 2019. Prices were then compared to the online grocer SPUD.ca and then buying direct from various farms listed here on Food Genie. We tried to compare apples to apples in terms of products and cuts as best we could. There are variations that will affect prices slightly. This price list is not comprehensive, but will give you a good idea of how much you can save.

Prices are averages only and subject to change without notice.

Grass-Fed Beef

Inside Round Roast

• Grocery Chain: $26.90/kg
• SPUD.ca: $29.90/kg
• Food Genie: $22.21/kg

Ground Beef

• Grocery Chain: 20.42/kg
• SPUD.ca: $19.78/kg
• Food Genie: $16.29/kg

New York Striploin Steak

• Grocery Chain: $66.63/kg
• SPUD.ca: $54.90/kg
• Food Genie: $47.31/kg

A quarter beef box from a Food Genie farmer direct, which contains various cuts including steaks and ground beef will cost about $21.81/kg.

A side of beef box will cost $19.94/kg.

A custom side or whole order costs even less, depending upon how you want it cut and the farm you order from. You pay for the hanging weight and get every cut. It is best to get a quote. Let us know.

Grass-Fed Pork

Pork Chops

• Grocery Chain: $23.90/kg
• SPUD.ca: $21.98/kg
• Food Genie: $22.53/kg

The same with beef, buying an entire pig is the best price.

Grass-Fed Lamb

Lamb Loin Chops

• Grocery Chain: $48.95/kg
• SPUD.ca: $42.90/kg
• Food Genie: $39.93/kg.

You can get a bulk package of lamb with various cuts including chops, sirloin and ground lamb for $29.92/kg.

Free Range Chicken

Chicken Breast

• Grocery Chain: $33.19/kg
• SPUD.ca: $29.90/kg
• Food Genie: $27.59/kg

Whole Chicken

• Grocery Chain: $10.39/kg
• SPUD.ca: $9.49/kg
• Food Genie: $11.38/kg

Why are chickens direct from farms more expensive? It’s because chicken directly from farms are fresh, fresh, fresh. An even bigger reason…pastured chickens are actually more nutritious! And to top it all off – there really is no comparison in terms of taste. Try eating fresh once and you won’t go back.

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