Our Story
At Ranch Chops, we’re not just raising lamb—we’re redefining how people experience it. Our story begins in the rugged beauty of Helper, Utah, where a passion for quality, pasture-raised meat and a deep respect for tradition inspired us to create something special.
It all started with a simple act of kindness: allowing our neighbor’s sheep to drink from our ponds as they moved through the pastures. That neighbor was Nick Stamatakis, a third-generation sheep farmer whose family has been raising sheep in Utah for over a century. Nick’s great-grandfather emigrated from Greece in 1917, seeking a better life in the coal mines of Utah. When hardship struck, he turned to what he knew best: sheep farming. Over the years, the Stamatakis family built their legacy—raising Rambouillet ewes across 58,000 acres of pristine Utah rangelands, using sustainable grazing practices, and staying true to their heritage.
Nick’s passion for his craft was infectious. After joining him on early-morning sheep drives and learning the art of butchering with my sons, I began to see lamb in a whole new way. The flavor of fresh lamb—unlike the supermarket variety—was a revelation. It tasted clean, tender, and rich, reflecting the care and attention that went into raising it.
But I also learned about the challenges faced by farmers like Nick. From price-fixing to middlemen taking the lion’s share of profits, the system is stacked against small, family-run operations. While farmers sell lamb for as little as $1.50 a pound, consumers pay $35 or more per pound in stores. This disconnect between farm and table fueled our mission: to create a direct-to-consumer model that benefits both the farmers and the people who enjoy their products.
At Ranch Chops, we partner with multigenerational farmers like the Stamatakis family to bring you lamb that’s raised right—on open pastures, without shortcuts, and with a focus on sustainability and quality. By cutting out the middlemen, we’re able to deliver fresher, better-tasting lamb while ensuring farmers are fairly compensated for their work.
For us, it’s about more than just meat. It’s about connecting people to the land, honoring the stories and traditions that make this possible, and delivering an experience that’s as authentic as it is delicious. From our ranch to your table, we’re proud to share the fruits of this labor of love with you.
where
heritage
meets
quality
where heritage meets quality
Our
mission
We’re here to transform how people experience lamb. By partnering with multigenerational farmers and raising our animals on open pastures, we ensure quality, sustainability, and fair treatment at every step. No middlemen, no shortcuts—just honest meat, raised with care.
why we do what we do
ranch to table
flipping the script on lamb farming
what makes us different
Rooted in the traditions of the Stamatakis family, with over 100 years of
family heritage
honest food, honest pricing
flavor you can taste
We cut out the middlemen to deliver lamb directly to you
Our lambs graze freely, ensuring a better life and better flavor.
pasture raised
Transparency is at the core of what we do—providing
Fresh, tender, and unlike anything you’ll find in the supermarket.
quality lamb at a fair price while ensuring farmers are fairly compensated.
sheep farming expertise.
Our
mission
flipping the script on lamb farming
why we do what we do
We’re here to transform how people experience lamb. By partnering with multigenerational farmers and raising our animals on open pastures, we ensure quality, sustainability, and fair treatment at every step. No middlemen, no shortcuts—just honest meat, raised with care.
what makes us different
RANCH TO TABLE: We cut out the middlemen to deliver lamb directly to you.
PASTURE RAISED: Our lambs graze freely, ensuring a better life and better flavor.
FAMILY HERITAGE: Rooted in the traditions of the Stamatakis family, with over 100 years of sheep farming expertise.
UNMATCHED FLAVOR: Fresh, tender, and unlike anything you’ll find in the supermarket.
HONEST FOOD, HONEST PRICING: Transparency is at the core of what we do—providing quality lamb at a fair price while ensuring farmers are fairly compensated.
