We raise grass-fed, natural beef (no hormones, no antibiotics). It is leaner than what you get in the grocery store and has a higher yield than grain-fed beef. We are a small producer and rely on word of mouth to sell our beef to individuals. Currently, we can only sell to be processed in the state of Colorado.
Pricing is based on current auction and USDA live weight sales price around the time of delivery to the processor. It is important to note that if the purchaser orders a ¼ beef, it is considered a ½ of a ½ so each person who shares a half gets equal portions of tender cuts, etc.
In addition to the live weight cost, there are the processing fees, which would be paid directly to the processor when you pick up your portion. You would work with the processor to determine size (thickness) of steaks, how many (if any) roasts, size of hamburger packages, etc.
Our beef yield (live weight to actual take home weight) is about 45% to 55%. In contrast, grain fed beef yield is about 35% to 40%. We have calculated that on average, the purchaser's total cost ends up around the $3.50 to $3.75/pound range (about the same or a little less than top grade hamburger at the store).
Contact us:
e-mail: lkmanley@plainstel.com or
hmanley@plainstel.com
phone: 970-383-2208
Hans & Leslie Manley
Lindon, Colorado