Don't trust the label. Trust the test. EverSoil certification includes independent lab testing of the beef that certified land produces, so nutrient statements stay tied to the product that was actually tested.
Who tests
Nutrient-density testing is run by the lab of Dr. Stephan van Vliet at Utah State University, whose peer-reviewed research compares grass-fed and grain-fed beef.
What is measured
| Area | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Fatty acids | Omega-6 to omega-3 ratio and the wider fat profile |
| Macronutrients | Protein and fat, reported per lot |
| Vitamins and minerals | Including B12, iron, zinc and vitamin E, which vary lot to lot |
| Phytonutrients | Plant compounds that can carry into the meat when cattle graze diverse pasture |
| Contaminants | Specified metals and residues, tested in the beef. Panels vary by harvest, and results name the specific substances tested |
How testing works
Testing is done by lot (a group of animals harvested together). Each lot that carries the EverSoil label has its own results, and the QR code on the package links to them.
What we claim, and what we don't
We report what was measured in the meat. We don't make category-wide purity claims such as "toxin-free" or "no heavy metals," and we don't make disease or health-outcome claims. Research on health outcomes is still limited.
The first certified ranch
July 2026 Carter Ranch ground beef tested at an omega-6 to omega-3 ratio of 1.82:1 (Utah State University), compared with 8.28:1 for grain-finished beef (Journal of Animal Science, 2026).