The Short Answer
Yes. Chomps beef sticks are 100% grass-fed and grass-finished.
Unlike many brands that use the "grass-fed" label but quietly finish their cattle on grain to bulk them up before slaughter, Chomps verifies that their cattle never touch grain. They are also Non-GMO Project Verified, Whole30 Approved, and Certified Paleo.
Why This Matters
"Grass-fed" is a loose term. The USDA allows producers to use the label even if cattle are fed grain for the last few months of their lives. This process, called "grain finishing," increases the fat content but diminishes the omega-3 fatty acids and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) that make grass-fed beef nutritionally superior.
Grass-finished is the gold standard. It means the animal ate nothing but grass and forage for its entire life.
Where Does the Beef Come From?
This is where it gets interesting. You might expect a US brand to source locally, but Chomps sources its beef primarily from Tasmania, Australia.
Why Tasmania? The Climate.
In most of the US, winter snow covers pastures, forcing farmers to rely on grain or stored feed. Tasmania's temperate climate allows for year-round grazing. This ensures the cattle have access to fresh living grass 12 months a year, making the "100% grass-finished" claim scalable and consistent.
What About the Other Meats?
Chomps applies similar standards to their other protein lines:
- Venison: Sourced from New Zealand (specifically Silver Fern Farms). Like the beef, it is 100% grass-fed and grass-finished.
- Turkey: Sourced from Certified Humane farms in California. Turkeys cannot live on grass alone, so they are free-range with a vegetarian diet and no antibiotics.
What's Actually In It
Chomps keeps the ingredient list notably short. There is no added sugar, which is rare in the jerky aisle.
- Grass-Fed & Finished Beef ā The primary protein source.
- Encapsulated Lactic Acid ā A natural preservative derived from fermentation (not milk, despite the name).
- Celery Juice Powder ā A natural source of nitrates for preservation. Do Meat Sticks Have Nitrates
- Beef Collagen Casing ā They use a clear casing rather than one dyed with Red #40 or caramel color.
The Bottom Line
Chomps is one of the few brands effectively democratizing regenerative agriculture standards at a mass-market price point.
1. Buy them. They are widely available and consistently clean.
2. Trust the "Finished" claim. Their sourcing from Tasmania verifies they aren't cutting corners with grain.
3. Watch the sodium. Like all cured meats, they are high in sodium, so balance them with water and whole vegetables.
FAQ
Is Chomps beef organic?
No, they are not USDA Certified Organic. However, they are Non-GMO Project Verified and the grass-fed/finished standard often exceeds basic organic requirements regarding animal diet.
Does Chomps have nitrates?
They have no added synthetic nitrates (like sodium nitrite). They use naturally occurring nitrates from celery juice powder to ensure safety and preservation. Do Meat Sticks Have Nitrates
Is the casing edible?
Yes. It is a beef collagen casing. It is standard for meat sticks and provides that characteristic "snap" when you bite into it.