Hanging Weight: This is the weight of the animal after it has been harvested and dressed, but before it is butchered into specific cuts. Our Whole Beef is based on a 750 lb hanging weight. Take-Home Weight: This is the actual weight of the meat you put in your freezer (approx. 450–475 lbs). The difference (about 35–40%) is due to the removal of bone, excess fat, and moisture loss during our 21-day dry-aging process.

Absolutely. That is the primary benefit of buying the whole animal. Once you place your deposit, we provide a Custom Cut Sheet. You choose your steak thickness (e.g., 1.5" thick Ribeyes), roast sizes, and even how lean you want your ground beef. If you prefer more stew meat and fewer roasts, or want the soup bones and organ meats included, you simply let us know.

Here are five essential FAQs tailored for Stone Bridge Livestock Farm. These address the most common hurdles customers face when committing to a high-value purchase like a Whole Beef share. Frequently Asked Questions 1. How much freezer space will I need for a Whole Beef? For a Whole Beef yielding 450–475 lbs of packaged meat, you will need a dedicated large chest freezer or a full-sized upright freezer. The general rule is 1 cubic foot of space for every 25–30 lbs of meat. For this order, we recommend at least 18–22 cubic feet of space. 2. What is the difference between "Hanging Weight" and "Take-Home Weight"? Hanging Weight: This is the weight of the animal after it has been harvested and dressed, but before it is butchered into specific cuts. Our Whole Beef is based on a 750 lb hanging weight. Take-Home Weight: This is the actual weight of the meat you put in your freezer (approx. 450–475 lbs). The difference (about 35–40%) is due to the removal of bone, excess fat, and moisture loss during our 21-day dry-aging process. 3. Can I really customize how my beef is cut? Absolutely. That is the primary benefit of buying the whole animal. Once you place your deposit, we provide a Custom Cut Sheet. You choose your steak thickness (e.g., 1.5" thick Ribeyes), roast sizes, and even how lean you want your ground beef. If you prefer more stew meat and fewer roasts, or want the soup bones and organ meats included, you simply let us know. 4. Is your beef truly "100% Grass-Fed" and "Chemical-Free"? Yes. At Stone Bridge, we follow a strict "No Chemical" protocol. Our cattle spend their entire lives on pasture and are never finished on grain, corn, or soy. We do not use synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides on our fields, and our livestock are never given growth hormones or sub-therapeutic antibiotics. You are getting 100% natural, slow-grown beef.

Deposit: You pay a non-refundable deposit via our website to reserve your animal. Final Invoice: Once the animal is harvested and the hanging weight is confirmed, we send you a final invoice for the balance. Delivery: After the 21-day dry-aging and butchering is complete, we coordinate a Home Delivery date. Your beef arrives vacuum-sealed, labeled, and flash-frozen to ensure it stays fresh in your freezer for up to two years.