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Organic vs. grass-fed beef
Organic beef is not necessarily 100% grass-fed. Organic certification covers feed production and raising practices; organic grain can be part of the diet. If you want both, look for USDA organic certification and a 100% grass-fed claim on the same product.
Find organic, 100% grass-fed beefWhat organic covers
USDA organic livestock standards cover organic feed, animal living conditions, health care and restrictions on antibiotics and hormones. Certification includes records and on-site inspections. USDA organic livestock standards
Organic does not mean an all-grass diet
Organic cattle must meet pasture requirements, but the organic rules do not require a lifetime grass-only diet. Organically produced grain can be part of their ration. If both attributes matter to you, look for organic certification and an explicit grass-fed-and-finished claim. USDA organic production standards
Compare the actual product
A brand can sell several lines with different standards. Match the product name, size and barcode. To find beef with both claims in 2table, use the Organic and 100% grass-fed filters together. Open a product to check the rest of the facts, or compare two options side by side.