Wild Pastures locates distribution center in Clinton

Arkansas economic officials announced Wednesday (Aug. 14) that Wild Pastures, a national grass-fed and pasture-raised meat delivery service, is expanding into Arkansas.

The company’s move into a 138,000-square-foot facility in Clinton, Ark., will create 20 new jobs over the next two years. This expansion is a result of increased customer demand and a desire to deliver products more quickly to the growing Southeast market.

The size of the investment was not disclosed.

In 2013, husband and wife team Dr. Autumn and Chas Smith launched Paleovalley, a food, drink, and supplement company dedicated to helping people get the essential nutrients they need, without added sugars, grains, and other harmful ingredients. In 2018, they launched Wild Pastures, a regenerative meat delivery service based in Erie, Colo., that sends 100% grass-fed and pasture-raised meat directly to your doorstep.

“We launched Wild Pastures with the mission of helping to change the meat industry for the better by delivering the highest quality, delicious and nutrient-dense meats to our customers doorsteps at the lowest prices possible. We are excited to be coming to Van Buren County and feel it is a fantastic area with great people for us to continue supporting this fast-growing business of ours,” said Chas Smith.

“Wild Pastures is a leader in the health foods sector, and we are excited to welcome them to Arkansas and see them grow in the Natural State,” said Clint O’Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. “The City of Clinton is a great, business-friendly community, and we congratulate them on this economic development win.”

Wild Pastures says its mission is to provide beef, chicken, and pork from animals that are 100% pasture-raised using regenerative agricultural practices in the United States and deliver them to homes at or near wholesale prices.

“Arkansas has found the right recipe for growth: low taxes, manageable regulations, and a strong workforce. We’re excited that Wild Pastures recognizes that success and is putting roots down in our state, joining companies from all over the world in realizing Arkansas’ potential,” said Gov. Sarah Sanders.