Airline Farm Beef

Airline Farm Beef, beef cattle breeders in Cobalt, CT, are in Litchfield County near Hartford. Rebecca & Frank McLean III follow recommended industry standards, enrolling their herd in regular veterinary health screenings and traceability programs. Their operation spans open pasture rotations, giving calves early pasture exposure and gentle handling from birth. The couple adapts their methods with current research, adjusting grazing schedules to match seasonal growth.

The herd combines cow/calf lines with heritage sires through approved native semen collections, emphasizing a grass-fed approach suited to local climates. Their pastures are managed to encourage native grasses, improving forage diversity and soil health. A local agriculture forum review noted the farm’s approachable way of explaining breeding and raising practices and the consistent quality of its beef. The family’s multi-generational knowledge supports a balanced program of animal welfare and land stewardship.