Born and Brewed in Oregon
We are proud of our “Born & Brewed” team of specialists who support and operate Oregon Natural Meats, since they represent the heart of the Locavore concept.
The Neel Family
Stephen was born and raised in Eugene, graduating from South Eugene High School and Oregon State University. Nicknamed “Dr. Meat”, he holds a doctorate degree in Meat Science and Muscle Biology and has worked in the meat industry for over 25 years, including production, training, research, quality control, food safety, marketing and promotions. In addition to his focus on meat production, Stephen is a local cattle rancher in the Willamette valley, raising Black Angus crossbred cattle. Lisa, Stephen’s wife of 22 years, is the daughter of an Idaho farmer. She is responsible for holding the family together, and manages the books and finances for Oregon Natural Meats. Stephen & Lisa’s two sons, Jake and Zac, manage the family cattle herd. Jake recently graduated with honors from South Eugene High School, and is a full-time student at the University of Oregon; while Zac is a sophomore at South Eugene High.
Stephen is the managing partner of Oregon Natural Meats, with primary responsibility for coordinating the processing, marketing and business operations of the company. Stephen can be reached atsneel@NaturalBrewBeef.com or 541-913-6508.
The Meyer Family
Mark is an Oregon native, growing up in Medford. He is best classified as a new-generation cattleman with an “old school” work ethic. Mark graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Animal Science Beef Production with a minor in Rangeland Resources. While at OSU, he managed Soap Creek Ranch, OSU’s cattle ranch. After college, Mark spent time in Eastern Oregon working on ranches before relocating to Pleasant Hill in 1997. He went to work managing a registered Red Angus herd and founded Meyer Livestock Company in 2000. Meyer Livestock Company has now grown to include a cow/calf operation, yearling cattle, and cattle services for other ranches. Mark was selected as recipient of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association “Oregon’s Young Cattlemen” in 2006, allowing Mark to travel with a distinguished group of young cattlemen on a national tour.
Mark and Lindsey have 4 boys and 1 girl; Trevor, Austin, Coby, Ty and Allicia. They are extremely proud that they can raise their kids on a modern day working ranch.
Mark’s duties with Oregon Natural Meats include locating and selection of suitable cattle using his trained eye and industry contacts, and then properly raising the cattle for the high-end ONM program.
The Massey Family Paul Massey – Paul is a third-generation cattle rancher and an Oregon State University graduate. A native of Junction City, Paul is an expert in the art and science of feeding and fattening beef cattle. Paul is a successful business leader focusing on premium selection, backgrounding, feeding and finishing of beef-type cattle, using upcycled brewer’s grain, premium feedstuffs and state-of-the-art management systems. Paul owns and operates several modern feedlots in Oregon, including one in the Willamette Valley, and is responsible for finishing ONM cattle to our high specifications.
The Golf Family
Julie is a fourth generation Oregon native, graduating from North Eugene High School. Julie’s ancestors were instrumental in developing the agricultural diversity of the Willamette Valley. Her maternal grandfather, Hans Bertlesen, owned and operated the Bertlesen dairy; and her paternal grandfather, Pete Hansen, was a huge cattle rancher in the Mohawk Valley. Julie and her family have a long history in the Eugene area, having owned and operated a small business for 28 years. Julie and her husband of 21 years, Ralph, have two children. Their daughter, Nicole, is a recent honors graduate from South Eugene High School and is a full-time student at the University of Oregon. Alex, their son, is a sophomore at South Eugene High.
Julie is the anchor of the Oregon Natural Meats sales force, and works to grow our customer base while telling our story to anybody who will listen. Julie can be reached at jgolf@NaturalBrewBeef.com or 541-913-2535.
Ralph is in charge of quality control, quality assurance, and distribution for ONM. He works closely with plant management and employees at the local processing facility to ensure that our products are properly cut, packaged and distributed in a timely and safe manner. Ralph can be reached at 541-913-0655.
Our People
Born and Brewed in Oregon
We are proud of our “Born & Brewed” team of specialists who support and operate Oregon Natural Meats, since they represent the heart of the Locavore concept.
Managing Partner & CEO
Cell: 541-913-6508
sneel@NaturalBrewBeef.com
Skype: swneel
Sales Representative
Cell: 541-913-2535
jgolf@NaturalBrewBeef.com
Quality Assurance & Distribution
Cell: 541-913-0655
rgolf@NaturalBrewBeef.com
mark.meyer@meyerlivestock.com
Skype: meyerlivestock
masseycattle@yahoo.com
The Neel Family
Stephen was born and raised in Eugene, graduating from South Eugene High School and Oregon State University. Nicknamed “Dr. Meat”, he holds a doctorate degree in Meat Science and Muscle Biology and has worked in the meat industry for over 25 years, including production, training, research, quality control, food safety, marketing and promotions. In addition to his focus on meat production, Stephen is a local cattle rancher in the Willamette valley, raising Black Angus crossbred cattle. Lisa, Stephen’s wife of 22 years, is the daughter of an Idaho farmer. She is responsible for holding the family together, and manages the books and finances for Oregon Natural Meats. Stephen & Lisa’s two sons, Jake and Zac, manage the family cattle herd. Jake recently graduated with honors from South Eugene High School, and is a full-time student at the University of Oregon; while Zac is a sophomore at South Eugene High.
Stephen is the managing partner of Oregon Natural Meats, with primary responsibility for coordinating the processing, marketing and business operations of the company. Stephen can be reached atsneel@NaturalBrewBeef.com or 541-913-6508.
The Meyer Family
Mark is an Oregon native, growing up in Medford. He is best classified as a new-generation cattleman with an “old school” work ethic. Mark graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Animal Science Beef Production with a minor in Rangeland Resources. While at OSU, he managed Soap Creek Ranch, OSU’s cattle ranch. After college, Mark spent time in Eastern Oregon working on ranches before relocating to Pleasant Hill in 1997. He went to work managing a registered Red Angus herd and founded Meyer Livestock Company in 2000. Meyer Livestock Company has now grown to include a cow/calf operation, yearling cattle, and cattle services for other ranches. Mark was selected as recipient of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association “Oregon’s Young Cattlemen” in 2006, allowing Mark to travel with a distinguished group of young cattlemen on a national tour.
Mark and Lindsey have 4 boys and 1 girl; Trevor, Austin, Coby, Ty and Allicia. They are extremely proud that they can raise their kids on a modern day working ranch.
Mark’s duties with Oregon Natural Meats include locating and selection of suitable cattle using his trained eye and industry contacts, and then properly raising the cattle for the high-end ONM program.
The Massey Family
The Golf Family
Julie is a fourth generation Oregon native, graduating from North Eugene High School. Julie’s ancestors were instrumental in developing the agricultural diversity of the Willamette Valley. Her maternal grandfather, Hans Bertlesen, owned and operated the Bertlesen dairy; and her paternal grandfather, Pete Hansen, was a huge cattle rancher in the Mohawk Valley. Julie and her family have a long history in the Eugene area, having owned and operated a small business for 28 years. Julie and her husband of 21 years, Ralph, have two children. Their daughter, Nicole, is a recent honors graduate from South Eugene High School and is a full-time student at the University of Oregon. Alex, their son, is a sophomore at South Eugene High.
Julie is the anchor of the Oregon Natural Meats sales force, and works to grow our customer base while telling our story to anybody who will listen. Julie can be reached at jgolf@NaturalBrewBeef.com or 541-913-2535.
Ralph is in charge of quality control, quality assurance, and distribution for ONM. He works closely with plant management and employees at the local processing facility to ensure that our products are properly cut, packaged and distributed in a timely and safe manner. Ralph can be reached at 541-913-0655.