At Spring Sunrise, when we say grass-fed, we mean butter sourced from dairies where cows are raised on pasture-based diets and consume grass as a meaningful part of their nutrition, consistent with USDA Organic standards.”

🧠 Health Benefits

Better fat profile: Grass fed dairy tends to have more omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which are linked to heart health and anti-inflammatory benefits.

High in butyric acid: Butyric acid supports gut health by nourishing the cells of the colon and is considered anti-inflammatory.

Fewer toxins: Cows raised on grass-based diets produce milk with naturally higher levels of beta-carotene, which contributes to ghee’s golden color and rich flavor.

🌿 Ethical and Animal Welfare

Natural diet: Cows evolved to eat grass, not grain, so buying grass fed means supporting farming practices that align with an animal's natural behavior.

Better living conditions: Grass fed often means more time outdoors on pasture, which leads to happier, healthier animals.

🌍 Environmental Factors

Sustainable farming: Rotational grazing (common in grass fed systems) can promote soil health, biodiversity, and carbon sequestration.

Fewer inputs: No need to grow massive amounts of feed crops, which also reduces pesticide, herbicide, and fertilizer use, not to mention soil erosion.

😋 Taste and Quality

Richer flavor: Many people describe grass fed dairy as having a deeper, more complex flavor. This applies even more so in ghee, which is manufactured through a long cook time to bake in the flavor of butter while removing milk solids and casein.

🐄 Color and Seasonality

The exact color of ghee can vary naturally depending on season, region, and forage quality, all normal characteristics of traditionally produced butter. 

We work with multiple US butter producers who meet our standards for organic certification, animal welfare, and grass-based feeding practices. As availability and seasons change, sourcing may vary, but our standards do not.