Description

Bringing home a whole beef from Kruse Farms means securing a consistent supply of high quality Michigan raised beef from cattle finished to meet strict weight and yield standards.

Why Buy a Whole Beef?

A whole beef provides a complete range of cuts including ribeye, strip steak, sirloin, filet, brisket, chuck roasts, short ribs, stew meat, and a substantial supply of ground beef. Purchasing in bulk allows you to receive premium steakhouse cuts and everyday staples at a blended price per pound.

Buying directly from Kruse Farms means:

• Transparent sourcing
• Cattle finished to marketplace weight standards
• Reliable yield and portion consistency
• Support for local Michigan agriculture
• A freezer stocked for months

What to Expect

Cattle typically finish between 1,300 and 1,500 lbs live weight, producing approximately 700 to 800 lbs hanging weight. After processing, customers generally take home between 420 and 480 lbs of professionally packaged beef depending on final cutting preferences.

With livestock and processing combined, customers typically average around $7.00 to $7.25 per pound of finished beef.

All meat is vacuum sealed, clearly labeled, and boxed for convenient storage.

Freezer Space Needed

A whole beef typically requires 16 to 20 cubic feet of freezer space. This equals a large chest freezer or a full upright freezer.

Processing time typically ranges from 4 to 8 weeks depending on seasonal demand and butcher availability.