This week, Rob and Dennis sit down with someone who’s become a cornerstone of our local food conversation—Gary Peebles of Homestead Meats. In this episode, Gary brings listeners behind the scenes of Western Colorado’s meat industry, offering a rare, honest, and thoughtful look at what it truly means to raise, source, and process meat right here at home.

With deep roots in the region and a passion for doing things the right way, Gary shares how Homestead Meats approaches the craft with respect for the land, the animals, and the families they feed. He talks about the challenges local ranchers face, the standards that set small-scale processors apart, and why transparency and trust have become essential to rebuilding confidence in where our food comes from.

But this conversation goes beyond meat—it’s about community. Gary dives into the importance of supporting local producers, the ripple effect that local food systems create throughout the Western Slope, and how Homestead has worked to strengthen those relationships from pasture to plate. From humane processing to sustainable practices, he sheds light on what “quality” really means in today’s world—and why choosing local matters more than ever.

Whether you're a ranching family, a foodie who cares about what ends up on your table, or someone curious about how local industries shape our region, this episode delivers insight, honesty, and a deeper appreciation for the work happening right here in Western Colorado.

A grounded, eye-opening conversation you won’t want to miss.