Grasslands

The Grasslands Pasturefed Standard is all about doing things the natural way. Cattle are raised entirely on open pastures – never confined, never grain-fed, and completely free from antibiotics and added hormones.

It’s a program built on trust, backed by the Meat Standards Australia (MSA) grading system, and supported by a robust audit process. Grasslands gives producers access to premium markets all year round, with the backing of a team that’s here to support you every step of the way.

Why join the Grasslands Livestock Program

Access premium markets

The Grasslands Pasturefed Standard connects you to high-value, premium beef markets that recognise and reward natural, pasture-based production
– all year long.

We cover audit costs

There’s no cost to you for compliance auditing – Teys Australia covers all audit expenses, so you can focus on your cattle, not your wallet. There are no joining fees or hidden costs. If your operation meets the standard, we’ll cover the administrative costs.

Backed by our team

You’ll be working with a dedicated team of experienced cattle buyers who understand your business and are committed to helping you grow. We market your beef to the world – so you can focus on doing what you do best.

Program Overview

The Grasslands Pasturefed Standard is built on three core pillars, with auditing assessments to ensure program integrity:

1.
Traceability & Quality System

Every animal in the program is lifetime traceable, ensuring full transparency from birth. To maintain eating quality, all cattle must also meet the Meat Standards Australia (MSA) grading requirements.

2.
100% Grass-fed, Never Confined

Cattle must be raised entirely on pasture, with no grain feeding or confinement for intensive feeding. They’re free to graze in open paddocks, just as nature intended.

3.
Production, Health and Welfare

All cattle are raised without antibiotics or added hormones and are managed under strict animal welfare standards – both on-farm and during transport.

Why Choose Teys

With over 75 years of experience in the Australian beef industry, Teys is a trusted name in livestock. We work closely with our producer partners, offering real support, transparent standards, and access to premium markets both in Australia and overseas. When you work with Teys, you’re backed by a team of talented and passionate people who value relationships, respect animals, and love our industry.

At Teys, we ensure our operations are meeting evolving regulatory requirements and industry accreditations that ensure global market access. We take part in rigorous and regular auditing, monitoring programs, and are committed to continuous improvement across our business.

We take seriously our role in advocating for Australian beef on the world stage, and we’re committed to working alongside producers to uphold the standards you’ve worked hard to meet, always with the shared goal of delivering the best of Aussie beef to the world.