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Information on whole, half or quarters of beef

The cost is based on hanging weight of the animal.  The price includes the trimming and butchering

of the carcass.  If you have ordered a half or whole beef, it will be cut  to your specifications

(we will provide the cut sheet, more information and assistance before you need to make these decisions)

 as well as your choice of packaging (cryovac or paper wrapped).   Beef quarters are simply a mix of cuts

 of 1/4 of the animal the amount of meat you get depends on the size of the animal.  Therefore we cannot

 give you exact cost information beforehand.

Typically, the 'hanging weight' of the beef will be about 60% of it's live weight.  You can expect to receive about 65-70% of the hanging weight in packaged meat.  The difference is due to trim loss, bones, etc.  The following chart provides an estimate of what you can expect from a typical 1100 pound 'live weight' animal.

If you choose to purchase a whole or half of beef, you will provide instructions to the processor for how you want your meat cut and packaged.  We will be happy to assist you with this task.  This process allows you to get your favorite cuts in the serving sizes you prefer.

If you choose to purchase a mixed quarter you will not be able to select specific cuts or packaging.  A mixed quarter is one quarter of the animal with cuts from the front and the back.

One concern we often hear is how much freezer space is required for the beef.

Mixed quarter:  approximately 4 cubic feet

Half:  approximately 8 cubic feet

Whole:  approximately 16 cubic feet.