Beef - Side - Deposit
Ordering for 2026 beef will open in January 2026. Wholesale beef by the side or whole is EXTREMELY LIMITED. Join the mailing list. Sign up as soon as you see the email inviting you to order.
THIS IS YOUR DEPOSIT
PRICING INFORMATION (updated October 2025, below is 2026 beef pricing)
- $6.75/lb on hanging weight (HW*) for your side of beef.
- A side of beef generally weighs 300-400 lbs.
- $2,025 approximate total for a side of beef (based on 350 lb HW side of beef).
- $345 approximate total for processing ($1.15/lb on HW for cut, wrap & freeze, based on 300 lb HW beef).
- $2,370 approximate grand total for beef & processing on a 300 lb HW side of beef.**
MEAT CUTTING
If you'd like us to facilitate having your beef cut there will be a $1.15/lb on HW cut fee. We will send you a cut sheet with standard cut choices selected. The cut sheet is editable and you may:
- make edits to the cut sheet and send it back to us.
- reply by email or phone for us to make your desired edits for you.
- approve the cut sheet as is.
OTHER WAYS TO ORDER
We have 50 lb, 100 lb boxes, and whole beef options available in other listings.
*Hanging weight (HW) is the post-slaughter weight of the animal. You will notice a difference between the hanging weight you pay for and the actual weight of meat you receive. This difference depends on what you choose as far as boneless cuts, marrow bones, organ meat, fat, and trim.
**Typically 60-70% of the hanging weight is received by the customer
About Buying Wholesale CSA Meat
Buying wholesale meat is an investment in the future of our farm. We operate on a modified Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) system. Your early season deposit helps us cover the cost of raising meat that we know is sold. Farming requires a hefty initial investment and your CSA order helps us plan for the coming season.
You pay this initial deposit to confirm your order which will be ready in a specified time frame. Our chickens are generally ready for pickup from June– November. Our grass-fed beef is generally available for pickup November – March. Our pork is generally available on a monthly rolling basis depending on demand.
What's Next
After placing your order, you'll receive a confirmation email with an approximate timeframe of when your meat will be ready. Please add oldcrowranch@gmail.com to your contact list.
Pickup Info
Pickup will be on farm at Old Crow Ranch at 427 Davis Rd. in Durham, ME. You'll receive an email 1-2 weeks before pickup to schedule the time and date. As always, please reach out to us with any questions or concerns.
Refund Policy
Deposits are refundable up to 30 days before your meat pick up month stated in your order. Please contact us directly if you need to cancel your order.