FAQ's

We wanted to put together a Frequently asked Questions Page. Please if you have others please don't hesitate to ask.

1. What cuts are included in a whole/half/quarter Beef?

Below is approximate and the Table is borrowed from Newgrassfarm.com in WI.

Individual Cut	Quarter/split half	Half Beef	Whole Beef
Chuck Roast	10-12 lbs	20-24 lbs	40-48 lbs
Rolled Rump Roast	3 lbs	5-6 lbs	10-12 lbs
Sirloin Tip Roast	3 lbs	5-6 lbs	10-12 lbs
Round Steak, or Stew Meat	3-4 lbs	6-8 lbs	12-16 lbs
Ribeye Steak	2.5-3.5 lbs	5-7 lbs	10-14 lbs
NY Strip Steak	2.5 lbs	5 lbs	10  lbs
Sirloin Steak	2 lbs	4 lbs	8 lbs
Tenderloin Filets	1.5 lbs	3 lbs	6 lbs
Flank Steak	.5 lbs	1 lbs	2 lbs
Skirt Steak	1.6 lbs	3.2 lbs	6.4 lbs
Brisket	2 lbs	4 lbs	8 lbs
Short Ribs	2 lbs	4 lbs	8 lbs
Soup bones with meat	4 lbs	8 lbs	16 lbs
Liver	1 lb	2 lbs	4 lbs
Ground Beef	45-50 lbs	90-100 lbs	180-200 lbs
Total amount of beef	84-93 lbs	168-186 lbs	336-372 lbs
Approximate Freezer space needed	3 cubic feet	6 cubic feet	12 cubic feet

2. How much freezer space does a whole/half/quarter beef take up?

Whole Beef

Whole beef in an upright freezer

Quarter Beef

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