So, let's talk about calculating prices based on hanging weight and fees. Your local farm will set these prices; they will vary based on a lot of factors, so these are approximations: Half- or full-cow prices: $3.95 – $5.50 per pound. Processing fee: $0.50 per pound.27 ago 2021
How much does a 1/4 side of beef cost?
$3.55/lb. hanging weight plus processing and delivery. Listed price is an average price for a quarter.
How much does it cost to process beef?
Most custom meat processors charge from 70 to 90 cents per pound, hanging weight, to process, so you'll be looking at about $5.12 total, per pound for processed beef.11 may 2020
How much is a quarter of beef processed?
On average a quarter of beef weighs about 200 pounds (hanging weight) so the final weight, after processing, would be about 140 lbs (estimated). During processing, this "yield loss" occurs in 2 ways. About 4% is water weight lost during the 10-14 day period that the carcass is hung (or “cured”).
How much does it cost to have a steer processed?
Processing usually runs $300-$350, depending on how big the steer is and how you have it cut up. We do require a $500 deposit per steer, which will be credited toward your total price. Whole steer example: An 800 lb steer costs $2000. Processing costs $450.