Beef with a Legacy
Capital Farms is all about great beef and hard work. We’ve built our company on a simple goal: to make the best beef possible while staying true to our ranching roots. We mix old traditions with new ideas to deliver a product that is both high-quality and delicious.
Rooted in the Past
The story of Capital Farms begins over 500 years ago, when Spanish explorers brought cattle to the New World. These resilient, horned animals—bred in Spain—were called Criollo. They weren’t genetically engineered or bred for rapid gain. Instead, they were shaped by the land, adapting to harsh terrain, surviving on native forage, and thriving in the rugged environments of the Americas.
Over time, Criollo cattle evolved into the Corriente breed—an agile, desert-hardened type that established a stronghold in northern Mexico and the American Southwest. At Capital Farms, we raise only Corriente cattle because they carry the strength, spirit, and flavor that defined beef long before industrial agriculture.
Why Corriente? Built by Nature, Not by Force
Corriente cattle are different by design. They’re smaller-framed, highly efficient, and thrive where commercial breeds struggle. They graze on native grasses, mesquite, prickly pear, and wild herbs. They use less water, require fewer inputs, and help restore the land as they roam. Because they haven’t been pushed for rapid growth, Corriente cattle mature at a natural pace. The result? Healthier animals, a lighter environmental footprint, and beef with a flavor that tells the story of the land.
Sourced with Purpose from the Sierra Madres
Our story wouldn’t be complete without the land and people of the Sierra Madre mountains in Old Mexico. Capital Farms sources Corriente cattle directly from this remote region, where ranching families have preserved the breed for generations. These cattle are a rare genetic treasure—untouched by modern breeding and perfected over centuries by nature, not science.
The arid mountain landscape shapes cattle that are hardy, agile, and deeply flavorful. This is where the best Corrientes—prized for both rodeo athleticism and beef quality—begin their journey before continuing their legacy with us in Arizona.
Regenerative Ranching in the Desert Southwest
At Capital Farms, we believe better beef starts with better stewardship. That’s why our Arizona ranching practices are designed not just to sustain the land—but to heal it. Our Corriente cattle thrive with minimal input: no hormones, no unnecessary antibiotics, and little human interference. They live as nature intended. As their smaller frames graze across desert pastures, they naturally disperse native seeds and stimulate soil health—helping restore balance to fragile ecosystems. Their adaptability and genetic resilience make them ideal for the challenges of a warming climate and extreme desert conditions.This isn’t industrial agriculture. It’s a return to land-conscious ranching. Not just sustainable—regenerative. Built on deep respect for the animal, the environment, and the legacy we leave behind.
Raised Slow. Finished Right. Tasted Best.
Where industrial beef is harvested at 18 months or less, we let nature take its time. At Capital Farms, our Corriente cattle are raised for 48 months or more. That patience yields what you can’t rush: deep flavor, tenderness, and natural marbling that rivals any beef breed.Before harvest, we grain-finish for over 240 days to enhance texture and round out the bold, earthy notes from their desert diet. The result is a steak that doesn’t just taste different—it tastes right. Rich. Clean. Unforgettable.