{"product_id":"whole-beef-for-sale","title":"Whole Beef Share – Fresh, Pasture-Raised Beef","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReserve your share online with a deposit of just $1997.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePay the remaining balance in addition to the deposit (approximately $3300 - $6000) when your beef is ready. The expected wait is typically 3-8 weeks. You will be provided an estimated timeline after your deposit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur cattle are raised on the rolling pastures of western North Carolina foothills where they are provided a constant supply of fresh, high-quality \"salad\" to produce delicious and nutritious beef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter slaughter, we hang our beef using a method called \"tenderstretch\", which achieves the tenderness of long aged beef without high levels of moisture and trim loss associated with long aged beef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour whole beef share includes something like the following, subject to your specific cut selections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25% steaks such as Sirloins, New York Strips, Ribeyes, and Tenderloins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35% savory cuts such as Chuck Roasts, Top Round Roasts, and Short Ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40% premium ground beef in 1 pound packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnuckles and other premium soup bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour deposit for a whole beef share is just $1997. This is a non-refundable deposit. Your deposit is your purchase of a whole live cattle. Your remaining balance in addition to the deposit (estimated around $3300 based on an average of 400 lbs of beef) will be calculated once the beef is processed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis final amount and the corresponding pounds of beef can vary. This is not a fixed package size. Your beef weight and actual cost is based on the actual carcass weight of the animal you own a share of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou reserve your share with a deposit online. We go to the pasture, select the healthiest, fattest cattle available and then butcher it with old-world craft and care in our shop. Once ready and the final payment is made, you can pick up or have us ship your excellent beef. We won't leave you stranded after the purchase - you're part of the family now! If you have any questions or want ideas about how best to enjoy your beef, we're here for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll cuts are vacuum sealed and labeled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreezer space:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral rule of thumb: you need approximately 1 cubic foot of freezer space for each 30-40 pounds of frozen meat. For a whole share, plan for approximately 13-16 cu. ft. You'll want a dedicated chest or upright freezer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to split a whole beef with friends and family? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can take advantage of our whole beef pricing AND let us handle the order fulfillment coordination by becoming a part of our \u003ca href=\"www.melvinhillmeats.com\/butchers-buddy-program\" title=\"Butcher's Buddy Program link to learn more about how to benefit from bulk pricing without the commitment.\"\u003eButcher's Buddy Program\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Melvin Hill Meats","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43718557794479,"sku":null,"price":1997.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7477\/4703\/files\/WholeBeefShare.png?v=1715306494","url":"https:\/\/www.melvinhillmeats.com\/products\/whole-beef-for-sale","provider":"Melvin Hill Meats","version":"1.0","type":"link"}