Frequently Asked Questions from Ranchers
Q. Can the cattle have shots of any kind?
A. Cattle can have all of the biological vaccines to immunize them against disease.
Q. Is there an antibiotic that is accepted by Coleman?
A. No. Any product that is considered an antibiotic is disallowed.
Q. At what point in the life cycle of the animal does certification begin?
A. At birth
Q. How much of a premium can I expect by raising my cattle to fit the Coleman program?
A. Premiums vary based on carcass quality.
Q. Does Coleman buy calves and feeder cattle?
A. Not directly; however, Coleman distributes a list of cattle that are offered to them to everyone who purchases cattle and secures a finished contract with Coleman.
Q. What breeds of cattle does Coleman prefer?
A. Coleman has a demand for a high percentage of choice beef. Angus beef cattle produces the highest percentage of choice carcasses.
Q. How does one go about selling cattle to Coleman?
A.
- Producer must have signed the Pre-Approved Supplier form
- The Producer must sign a Natural Affidavit prior to shipping animals from the premise (contact Coleman Natural Foods Cattle department at 1-800-442-8666).
- Price of feeder cattle is typically determined at the time of sale.
- Price for finished cattle can be determined up to a year in advance.