Frequently Asked Questions
Over the years, whether during farm tours or at local Farmer’s Markets, we’ve had the pleasure of answering countless questions from folks like you. Each question is more than just an inquiry to us—it’s an opportunity to share our story and the values that drive us at Creamery Creek. We believe that every question opens a window into what matters most to you, and we’re always eager to connect with you on that level.
We love the conversations that these questions spark. They give us a chance to share the heart and soul of our farm, from the day-to-day operations to the passion behind the products we offer. It’s these interactions that remind us why we do what we do and keep us connected to the community we serve.
Your questions also help us understand what’s important to you, guiding us in making our farm even better. Whether you're curious about how we raise our animals, how we select our cuts, or what makes our products unique, we’re here to provide the answers.
- WHEN DOES MY ORDER SHIP?
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We ship weekly on Tuesdays via UPS or Spee-Dee Delivery. You should expect your order shipment on Wednesday or Thursday. If you don't, contact us right away.
- WHAT IS DRY-AGED BEEF?
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Dry Aged Beef is a tradition that's gotten a little lost over time - phased out for speed and efficiency. Benefits from dry aging are additional beef tenderness and a concentrated flavor that you can compare to a premier steak house.
Our whole carcass beef is hung on the rail in a temperature and humidity controlled hanging cooler for at least 21 days at a USDA inspected facility. We know this process concentrates the flavor and adds extra tenderness to an already high quality side of beef.
The dry aging process requires more time, effort, expertise, and expense. But it's the type of beef we love and appreciate and know you will too!
It is definitely "Worth the Wait!"
- HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT THAN WET AGED BEEF?
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Wet aged beef is packaged in large cuts right after rigor lets up - and placed into packaging so it doesn't lose volume during transit.
When wet aged beef gets to its destination - it's portioned up into steaks and roasts for the consumer's end use. There's the most amount of benefit to the packer and retailer in this scenario.
It's exactly the opposite of what we're trying to achieve.
- ARE YOUR ANIMALS "GRASSFED"?
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Mostly, yes! They're born on pasture and finished on pasture and eat what they want.
We feed them too so they get a consistent diet all year round: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The diet consists of a high quality TMR (Total Mixed Ration) of crops we've grown right around our farm - a blend of cornsilage, alfalfa haylage, protein, a mineral mix and even cottonseed. our TMR is specifically formulated by a ruminant animal nutritionist to meet all of our cattle's growth needs.
We can achieve really great marbling on our feeds that you can't find in a lean or straight grassfed beef, with the additional advantage of a predominantly forage (grass) based diet.
- WHERE DO YOUR DAIRY PRODUCTS COME FROM? ARE THEY MADE FROM YOUR FARM'S MILK?
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Milk from our dairy cows is direct shipped to a AA Grassland butter plant in Greenwood, Wisconsin and occasionally the Alcam plant in Richland Center, Wisconsin where it is made into Grade A Handrolled butter.
You'll appreciate Grassland butter -- grading AA, the highest grade for quality solids and quarters, unmatched in taste and quality.
- DO YOU USE BOVINE GROWTH HORMONE?
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No. Our beef animals are non-implanted and do not contain any extra hormones, no more than they would naturally. We want our animals to progress through a natural maturing process.
- DO YOU USE RBST?
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No. Our dairy cows are given no extra hormones, especially not recombinant bovine somatotropin, or rBST. We want our animals to progress through a natural maturing process.
- WHAT ABOUT ANTIBIOTICS?
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Yes, but only when necessary. We work closely with our Veterinarian for any extra needed care We don't blanket treat any group of our animals with antibiotics for any preventative reason at all. We believe that an ounce of prevention and high quality animal care beats a pound of "cure." We treat our animals as we do our kids --- using antibiotics only when necessary for their health.
We know which animals receive extra treatment because we use herd management software that we can access anywhere and anytime. We follow all withdrawal guidelines and are used under the direct supervision of a licensed Veterinarian.
Animals in our direct dry aged beef program are never-ever treated with any antibiotics. If one of our beef animals needs antibiotic treatment for any reason, it's no longer eligible for our premium beef program and works through regular withdrawal protocol and otherwise sold. That way we can do right by the animal and be honest and transparent about the meat we sell.
- ARE YOU ORGANIC?
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We are not organic, but we are as clean of a program as possible. We use high quality animal care standards that are independently verified through the F.A.R.M. program.
We practice sustainable farming methods, such as cover crops, buffer strips, and waterways for erosion control to do the best we can for our environment, our kids and our future.
We use our cow's manure in our fields as natural fertilizer wherever possible! We know and realize the benefits of the nutrients right back into the crops we grow!
- WHAT ABOUT GMOS? DO YOU FEED THEM TO YOUR ANIMALS?
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We feed both conventional and nonGMO feeds to our animals. Almost everything that goes into our cows' diet is grown by us, right around the home farm, using progressive and sustainable farming practices.
- TELL ME ABOUT THE PLASTIC THAT THE FROZEN MEAT IS PACKAGED IN?
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Our dry aged beef and Duroc pork is packaged in a high quality cryovac plastic that does not contain Bisophenol A, otherwise known as BPA. This plastic is rated for deep cold, and temperatures up to 149 degrees. We've tested it straight into our sous vide cooker and love it frozen to finish.
- ARE YOU HOSTING ANOTHER BREAKFAST ON THE FARM?
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We love this question, and we love Breakfast on the Farm! Yes, we've offered to host in the future. For now, we are enjoying breakfasts on the farm of our neighboring farmers in the county. Join us!
- WHERE IS THE CREAMERY?
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We do not have our own Creamery. Our farm is named after a creek that is locally called Creamery Creek. There used to be a Creamery on it, but there is not anymore.
- DO YOU USE MRNA VACCINES?
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Creamery Creek does NOT use mRNA vaccines in any of our beef cows or dairy cows. Moreover, this type of vaccine is in clinical trials and NO commercial producers currently use these. At this time we are not even considering use even if they're approved.
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The Creamery Creek Holiday Gift Guide
What do you get the person on your list who has everything? How about premium dry aged beef, Duroc pork or handcrafted Wisconsin cheeses from a farmer you trust!
To help with your holiday shopping we’ve put together a guide with our favorite picks for gift giving this year. We can even include a card and gift wrap, just let us know at checkout. Shipping, local delivery and on-farm pickup is available.
O Little Town of Bethlehem Gift Box
This one’s got the works! Enjoy a delicious assortment of our most popular cheeses including Colby Jack and Cranberry Jack, our beef snack sticks and summer sausage, Wisconsin cheese curds, Grassland salted butter, our favorite maple syrup from Wilson’s and a Creamery Creek chocolate bar. Not quite the selection you’re looking for? You can shop the rest of our cheese gift boxes here.
creekclub Signature Subscription
Give the gift of a monthly box of our dry-aged beef and Duroc pork with premium cuts, seasonal specialities and practical staples as part of our creekclub Signature Subscription. We make sure to tailor each box to your household size and cooking style and balance your preferences with seasonal availability and surprise favorites. We also have a Box of the Month Subscription and Dry Aged Ground Beef Subscription available as part of creekclub.
Standing Prime Rib Roast
It’s the ultimate holiday centerpiece. Each one of our dry-aged prime standing rib roasts is hand-selected, perfectly aged for flavor and tenderness in every bite. Roasts are available in 6lb+ to 10lb+ sizes to best suit your needs. Here’s how to figure out how much you’ll need per person for your feast.
creekreserve 28 Day Dry Aged Tomahawk
We’re not exaggerating when we say that creekreserve is more than just beef - it’s our beef masterpiece. This exclusive collection represents the highest standard of beef that we have to offer. Each cut, including this tomahawk, is meticulously aged for 28 days to unlock deep, complex flavors and unparalleled tenderness. It’s simply the best of the best and perfectly giftable. Shop the rest of the creekreserve collection here.
Duroc Bacon Wrapped Dry Aged Tenderloin Filet
These bacon-wrapped dry-aged beef filet mignons are as beautiful as they are delicious and we’re incredibly proud to offer them this holiday season. Experience the ultimate combination of juicy, tender beef and the smoky richness of Duroc bacon, perfectly balanced for a melt-in-your-mouth bite.
Creamery Creek Gift Card
Surprise someone special with a Creamery Creek gift card delivered instantly to their inbox and let them choose their favorite items from our farm’s offerings for a personalized gift they’ll appreciate. Gift cards come with a two-year validity period and the option to renew for worry-free gifting.
Happy shopping!
XOXO,
Louisa

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