We often say that a premium product requires more than just premium pastures, it requires premium people.
Our team is a dedicated collective of modern agriculturalists, artisan butchers, and passionate community advocates who believe that how we do our work matters just as much as the final cut.
Our Team
Light Hill Meats Crew
BEN NEALE
Founder
Founded by lifelong cattleman and industry expert Ben, Light Hill Meats is a fully integrated, pasture-to-plate operation combining decades of advanced herd management, expert nutrition, and local USDA processing to deliver premium-quality beef straight to your table.
Andreas Fragell
Manager & Head Butcher
Oslo native and lead butcher Andreas brings 15 years of culinary and retail expertise to Light Hill Meats, specializing in flavor development, custom proteins, and managing our wholesale and special orders.
LAUREN NEALE
Marketing
An award-winning agricultural communicator with a background in journalism and livestock associations, co-owner Lauren handles all marketing and media inquiries for Light Hill Meats, leveraging her deep passion for telling the story of the beef community.
TAMMY LOWE
Office Administrator
As our processing facility office administrator in Lynnville with five years of service, local livestock producer Tammy manages scheduling and customer service, serving as the welcoming voice you'll most likely hear when you call the plant.
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