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Simple pricing for families buying beef in bulk.
We break the numbers down so you can compare quarter, half, and whole shares without
guessing. Final totals depend on hanging weight and your cut sheet, but the pricing method
stays straightforward.
Quarter Share
- Estimated take-home: 105-120 lb
- Freezer space: 4-5 cu ft
- Approx. hanging weight: 162.5 lb
- Farm price: $4.50/lb hanging weight
- Harvest fee: $37.50 estimated share of the harvest fee
- Cut & wrap: $1.10/lb hanging weight
- Expected yield: 65-75%
Estimated total: $900-$1,050
Reserve Quarter Share
Half Share
- Estimated take-home: 210-240 lb
- Freezer space: 8-10 cu ft
- Approx. hanging weight: 325 lb
- Farm price: $4.50/lb hanging weight
- Harvest fee: $75 estimated share of the harvest fee
- Cut & wrap: $1.10/lb hanging weight
- Expected yield: 65-75%
Estimated total: $1,750-$2,050
Reserve Half Share
Whole Share
- Estimated take-home: 420-480 lb
- Freezer space: 16-20 cu ft
- Approx. hanging weight: 650 lb
- Farm price: $4.50/lb hanging weight
- Harvest fee: $150 estimated harvest fee
- Cut & wrap: $1.10/lb hanging weight
- Expected yield: 65-75%
Estimated total: $3,400-$3,900
Reserve Whole Share Example breakdown for a quarter share
This sample shows how the final total is calculated when an animal comes in around
650 lb hanging weight.
- Quarter share hanging weight: about 162.5 lb
- Farm price: 162.5 × $4.50 = $731.25
- Estimated share of harvest fee: $37.50
- Cut and wrap: 162.5 × $1.10 = $178.75
- Estimated total: $947.50
Actual totals will move a little based on animal size, your cut preferences, and processor
details, but the formula stays transparent from start to finish.
What’s typically included?
- Ribeye, strip, sirloin, and other steaks depending on your cut sheet
- Roasts sized for your household
- Ground beef in convenient labeled packages
- Stew meat, short ribs, and brisket when selected
- Optional soup bones and organ meats
- Vacuum-sealed packaging for freezer life
- Labeled cuts so you can sort quickly at home
- Cut sheet guidance if this is your first share
Want help deciding which share fits best?
Reach out if you want help estimating freezer space, household usage, or the best starting
size for your first beef share.