Our History
McLean Farms started with a dairy purchased by Ralph and Maxine McLean of rural Benedict, NE in 1949. Ralph taught his children how to mix feed, care for the cattle and run a successful business.
Ralph's son, Jim McLean continued the farming business and added finishing fed cattle to the operation starting with 100 bucket calves in 1961 to 4,000 feeder cattle in 1989.
Jim's sons were involved in the operation one way or another, which have included crop production to maintaining the machinery. Today, Max is the third generation of McLeans involved in the cattle feeding business growing the feedyard to 9,000 cattle between 2 locations. Later evolving into the retail side of beef with his wife, Jeanette, in 1999 to a USDA processing facility in 2021.
The fourth generation of the McLeans are learning the cattle business, the importance of a strong work ethic and maintaining the family farm from Grandpa and their dad.
We are excited to see the fifth generation help with farming, raising cattle, running the front counter at the store or cleaning dishes in the kitchen.
Our Vision
Our vision is to “Give God the Glory in serving Him”.
We desire to demonstrate good Stewardship with what He has given us; Process quality meat for the consumer; Offer quality service to the customer and Build a positive culture of honesty, integrity, respect and good work ethic among the employees. McLean Beef desires to grow the company to use our God given gifts to help feed the world.
AWARD-WINNING BEEF, RECOGNIZED FOR A REASON
From how we raise our cattle to how we cut and age every piece of beef, our standards speak for themselves.
Amateur Fermented Summer Sausage
Grand Champion – 2026
Fermented Summer Sausage
Reserve Grand Champion – 2026
Amateur Cooked Sausage Small Diameter (Traditional or Non Traditional)
Reserve Grand Champion – 2026
Non Fermented Summer Sausage
Reserve Grand Champion – 2026
Cooked Sausage Small Diameter (Traditional or Non Traditional)
Reserve Champion – 2026
Commercial/Deli Ham
Champion – 2026
Frankfurters & Hot Dogs
Champion – 2026
MEET THE MCLEAN TEAM
The people behind our success
MAX MCLEAN
President of M. Farm Inc. and Beef Production Manager
Max has an Associate Degree from UNSTA in Production Ag, and became manager of McLean Feedyard in 1993. Max has plenty of experience feeding cattle, hogs, and farming with his dad, Jim, while growing up. He was a Cow-calf participant for the IRM cow-calf program at UNL, giving him a special interest in direct ranch-purchased calves. Max has served as president of the York County Cattlemen Association and is also a member of the National Cattlemen’s Association.
JEANETTE MCLEAN
McLean Beef Owner
Jeanette holds an Associate’s Degree in secretarial work and has been handling computerized bookkeeping for M. Farm Inc. since 1986. In 1999, Max and Jeanette started McLean Beef to sell their produced beef at retail. Jeanette's dream came true in 2020 when they had the opportunity to purchase a building to open a USDA processing facility, retail store and cafe in York, NE. Jeanette enjoys riding horses and involving her 13 grandkids in the family businesses.
CHAR MAE GLAUSE
Marketing Manager & Bookkeeper
Char Mae has been an asset to McLean Farms since she was a kid - always willing to help out with the family business. She graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and minor in Marketing and Accounting. Char Mae’s expertise is bringing new marketing and advertising ideas to McLean Beef. Char Mae is married to Morgan who is a owner in Lazy Black Diamond Ranch and raise registered angus cattle. They have three boys, Grady, Yaeger & Sage.
Heidi Jirovsky
Kitchen Manager
Emma Lemburg
Kitchen Staff
Sara Vetter
Kitchen Staff
Megan Weixelman
Retail Manager
Cindy Peters
Retail Associate
Production Team
Bryar Gerlach
Production Manager
Kim Richters
Premium Custom Processing
At McLean Beef, we take pride in our meticulous meat processing standards. From farm to table, every cut is handled with care to ensure the highest quality and freshness for your family.
USDA-inspected and certified processing
Custom cutting to your specifications
Vacuum sealed for maximum freshness
Mclean Beef Café
Now serving breakfast & lunch Monday through Saturday! Stop in and build your own burger, pick your own steak, patty melt, or have a hot beef sandwich. We offer meals to go or dine in. Call ahead, and we'll have your order ready.
Breakfast:
Mon-Fri: 7:30 am - 10:30 am,
Saturday: all-day breakfast from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Lunch:
Mon-Sat: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Catering Available Call 402-362-0055 ext 1
Mclean Farms
See the farm behind your family table's next meal.