Your questions, answered!
Why are you called “RAM and Co.”?
RAM stands for Ryan Aubree Maddock. It also fits for our kids too, Ronix and Adyson. We are a family ran operation and do the hard work ourselves! We are 1st generation cattle ranchers who believe in working hard and started from scratch with not owning any cattle nearly 10 years ago. Our name, our brand, our herd; they’ve all been hand selected by us as we’ve built our herd.
What breed are your cattle?
We raise Registered Black Angus Cattle. We choose this breed as Black Angus Cattle are known for it's tender, juicy, marbled & flavorful premium meat. We’re extremely proud of our herd we’ve grown over the years & stand behind our exceptional ranch raised beef.
What is a cow vs. a bull?
[ Cattle Terms ]
Cow : a momma cow earns this title once she’s had 2 calves
Calf : a newborn
Bull : an uncastrated male, used for breeding not meat
Steer : a casteated male, typically used in meat programs
Heifer : female who hasn’t had a calf yet
First calf heifer : female who has had one calf
Bovine : an animal of the cattle group, also including buffalo & bison
Is your meat hormone free?
Yes, our meat is 100% free of any kind of growth hormones or any extra added hormones.
Are you organic?
Since we are not certified organic, legally we cannot use the word organic. However, our family is 100% mindful to our family practices on the ranch, our own standards and level of care.
We began raising beef to fill our freezer and to feed our small family years ago. Since then, we have extended that to feeding our extended family, our friends and customers. We wholeheartedly believe that we raise the most exceptional beef and stand behind our family values of how ranch raised beef should be.
Ryan and I believe that when you get to know us and trust our family that's raising your meat, that means more than a sticker or label on a package. And the level of care that goes in to each animal is worth more than one official word.
Where are you located?
Our family is located in the heart of Clark County Washington. Born and raised in the PNW, both Ryan and Aubree have grown up loving the mountains, pastures, rivers and all the outdoors have to offer us & our family. We've been at our current home for nearly 9 years restoring our 1930's farm house and tending to the land where our herd grazes.
