Buying grass-fed beef in bulk—often referred to as buying a "cow share"—is a cost-effective way to stock your freezer with high-quality, nutrient-dense meat while supporting local regenerative agriculture. 1. Understanding Quantities and Yields
When you buy in bulk, you typically purchase a fraction of the animal. Because of "shrinkage" from trimming fat and removing bones, your "take-home" weight will be significantly lower than the "hanging weight" (the weight of the carcass after slaughter). Purchase Size Typical Weight (Take-home) buying grass fed beef in bulk