{"id":117861,"date":"2025-07-01T07:26:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T13:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nationalbison.org\/?p=117861"},"modified":"2025-07-01T14:51:38","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T20:51:38","slug":"celebrate-july-bison-month-a-taste-of-americas-heritage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nationalbison.org\/celebrate-july-bison-month-a-taste-of-americas-heritage\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate July Bison Month: A Taste of America\u2019s Heritage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Bison Association has officially launched July Bison Month, inviting everyone to enjoy this uniquely American, delicious, and nutrient-packed protein. Bison is raised humanely and offers incredible health benefits, making it an excellent addition to any diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A Remarkable Comeback Story<\/strong> <br>Once roaming North America in herds over 30 million strong, the American bison faced near extinction by the late 19th century due to overhunting, habitat loss, and disease. Today, thanks to an extraordinary collaboration between farmers, ranchers, Native American tribes, and conservationists, bison populations have rebounded to over 400,000 animals continent-wide. This united effort also led to bison being named the first National Mammal of the United States in 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why Choose Bison?<\/strong> <br>Adding bison to your plate means enjoying a naturally raised, protein-rich food that\u2019s not only good for your body but also for the planet. Choosing bison supports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regenerative agriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grassland restoration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biodiversity and carbon sequestration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rural communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil and ecosystem health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Healthiest Red Meat Around<\/strong> <br>Bison is the leanest widely available protein today. Compared to conventional beef, it contains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>87% less fat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>26% more iron<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>766% more B12 than chicken<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>32% less fat than chicken, based on USDA nutrition data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s perfect for summer grilling\u2014think bison burgers, steaks, ribs, and roasts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Easier to Find Than Ever<\/strong> <br>Whether you&#8217;re shopping at your favorite grocery store, local butcher, or specialty food market, you\u2019ll likely find ground bison or packaged cuts. It\u2019s also popping up on more restaurant menus as chefs explore its versatility. And online options, farmer\u2019s markets, CSA programs, and farm stores make sourcing bison even easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to Start <\/strong><br>Visit nationalbison.org for everything from buying guides to recipes, nutritional facts, and cooking tutorials:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find bison meat near you or order online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get cooking tips, recipes, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The National Bison Association has officially launched July Bison Month, inviting everyone to enjoy this uniquely American, delicious, and nutrient-packed protein. 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