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It happens. We apologize if you were not one of the lucky ones who got their beef reserved and processed. We are a small operation and we dont want to expand too much.  However since our Bull and cows are beginning to produce excellant Bull and Heifer prospects That has diverted several of our calves to being sold as breeding stock. We allow each calf to choose their destiny. But to be a breeder they have to check all the boxes and it just doesnt alsways happen. We will be adding another Cow to our Bulls Harem soon. He is looking forward to it.

1/2 cow is 1 side of beef.

If you wish to reserve the entire cow you do need to reserve each 1/2.

You may split 1/2 cow with someone else for a 1/4 portion, But one person will reserve the side of beef and Johnston's will divide the cuts up between the two individuals as evenly as possible.

Pay $105.00 deposit per side.

We will assign you 1/2 of a cow based on the one you clicked on the Website. We list the expected month that the cow should be ready. There are sometimes when we need to adjust the date further into the future in order to ensure that the cow you chose is at its optimum weight.  If this happens, we will keep you informed. We will keep you informed as the process moves forward.

Your balance is due when your beef is delivered to the processor. Once we get word what the hanging weight is on the steer the customer needs to pay us $8.00 per lb for your side.   

This price may vary but you pay the posted price at the time you reserve. 

The hanging weight of ½ of an Irish Dexter cow varies some, but we see averages between 165lbs to 190lbs depending on the cow. 

 That would be $1,320.00 to $1,520.00. Compare our prices to market Grass Fed Beef prices here. We always make sure our prices are below market price.

Your cow will be taken to Johnston's Meat Market in Monticello Florida for processing. 

Click the link above to find out more about them. They really know what they are doing and will assist you in making decisions about how your cow is cut up. To be better prepared to discuss your customer preparation see the charts below and view Johnston's Custom Cut sheet here..

We will call to let you know your beef has been delivered to Johnstons's. We will also tell you the  hanging weight of your beef. We will also send you an invoice. You can then make an appointment to discuss how you want your cow to be cut up and select other options. We recommend keeping the bone in the cuts.

Johnstone Meat Market will dry age your beef for 21 days, and at the end of that they will cut it up to your specifications and vacuum seal each portion and place them in cardboard freezer boxes. Your meat is individually packaged and labeled. Johnstons will be an additional fee of $200 - $250 per half cow for processing, aging, cutting, packaging. The price is based on hanging weight and any additional special costs..

By the way we encourage you to ask for the Liver it is excellent, if you don't like liver I bet you know someone who will.  Also if you have dogs you can ask for the Tongue, Heart and scrap bones to feed to the doggies as special treats.

Johnston's will call you when it is time to pick up your beef. Please schedule your pick up within 5 days.  You will need to take it home right away and place in the freezer.