Half Beef Deposit
Enjoy our best price and fill your freezer with a secure supply of local, pasture-raised beef. Born and raised on our farm, our steers are 100% Grassfed & finished. Our beef is dry-aged to create the most tender and flavorful product.
A $200 deposit reserves your Crosswinds Farm & Creamery steer for processing in September 2024. The final cost of a Half Beef ranges from $1,310-$1,970 depending on the size of the animal and your customized cuts. Your $200 deposit will be applied to this final cost.
See our FAQs below for the answers to common questions!
FAQs
How does a Half Beef order work?
A $200 deposit reserves your Half Beef for processing. We’ll pick up your meat from the processor and contact you to schedule the fulfillment of your order. As we are reserving a steer for you, deposits are non-refundable. Your meat will come dry aged, vacuum sealed and frozen from our processor.
What kinds of cuts are included?
A Half Beef order can include all of your favorites: a variety of steaks, roasts, stew meat, ground beef, patties, ribs and nose-to-tail cuts like soup bones, marrow bones and organs. Check out our Beef Cut Sheet for a more detailed look at the cuts available for your customized culinary experience. We are happy to help you through the selection process and make recommendations.
How much will a Half Beef cost?
The cost of the Half Beef is determined by the hanging weight of the animal, at our value price of $5.25/lb, which includes processing costs. The estimated final cost of a Half Beef ranges from $1,310-$1,970, depending on the size of the animal and your custom cuts. Your $200 deposit will be applied to the total cost.
How much meat will I receive?
The weight of each steer can vary widely, so we provide an estimated range of 140-250 lbs of cut and wrapped meat after trimming and processing for a Half Beef. We highly recommend taking home the nutritious beef bones and organs offered to you to get the most value from your half animal purchase.
For how long will a Half Beef feed my family?
A Half Beef is a great option for a medium or large family. With a Half Beef purchase, a family of 4 can enjoy a meal with beef 3 times per week for a year. That’s 570 to 850 individual 4 oz servings!
Can I Customize My Order?
Yes! With a Half Beef, you have the opportunity to customize, such as steak thickness and servings per package. We recommend making the most of your order by including nutritious bones and organs. Once you place your order, you’ll complete this Beef Cut Sheet. We are happy to help you make your selections!
How much freezer space do I need?
For a Half Beef, plan to *DOUBLE* what is show in this graphic:
Can I get my order sooner than the estimated date?
Possibly! Reach out to us at crosswindsfarmcreamery@gmail.com to inquire whether we are able to set an earlier processing date for your order.
Still have a question? Reach out to us at crosswindsfarmcreamery@gmail.com.