Our family has been raising cattle in Central Texas for over 70 years. Ranching isn’t just our business — it’s our heritage.

Our beef is locally raised in Central Texas, processed at a USDA-inspected facility, and dry-aged for about 14 days to deepen flavor and tenderness. Grocery store beef is often shipped from multiple states (or countries), mixed between animals, and never aged the way true ranch beef should be.

Buying direct means fresher beef, better taste, and lower pricing than premium cuts in stores.

Yes. All animals are processed at Texas Natural Meats, a USDA-inspected facility in Lott, TX. This allows us to legally offer individual cuts, beef boxes, and ship-ready packaging (even if we’re currently local-only).

Our pricing is designed to be fair, transparent, and tied directly to national beef values.

Here’s the simplified version:

1. We deliver your cow to the butcher on the next processing date.

2. The butcher records the hanging weight.

3. Your cost is based on the national beef average, with customers typically saving significantly compared to grocery store pricing.

4. You only pay for the beef you actually take home — your finished beef weight.

5. Your deposit is applied to your total invoice.

Most families pay:

• Half Cow: $1,500–$2,200

• Whole Cow: $2,600–$3,500

Final totals vary by the size of the animal and the beef market at the time of processing.

The national beef market sets the real value of beef across the U.S. We use this average to keep pricing fair and consistent — ensuring customers receive high-quality, ranch-raised beef at a better rate than retail stores.

Yes — we have a $150 order minimum sitewide. You can mix and match any products to reach the minimum.

• Whole Cow Deposit: $500

• Half Cow Deposit: $300

Your deposit reserves your share and is applied directly to your final invoice.

A good rule of thumb:

• Whole Cow: ~370–520 lbs finished beef

• Half Cow: ~185–260 lbs finished beef

Finished weight is typically 61–65% of the hanging weight after trimming, aging, and custom cutting.

Freezer space estimates:

• Half Cow: 7–10 cubic feet

• Whole Cow: 14–20 cubic feet

A standard garage freezer typically holds a half cow comfortably.

You have two convenient options:

1. Texas Natural Meats in Lott, TX (direct pickup)

   Mon 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
   Tue 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
   Wed 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
   Thu 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
   Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
   Sat-Sun Closed

2. Local Meetup ($15.00 fee)

   We offer a local order pickup service if you do not wish to pick up direct from the butcher.

   We will contact you to work out a preferred meetup location and time after ordering.

All beef is frozen, vacuum-sealed, and packaged in boxes for easy transport. Meat should be fine in its original boxes for moderate travel; however, if you are transporting meat farther away or traveling in hot Texas weather, it is recommended (but optional) to bring:

• Your order confirmation

• Multiple large coolers

• Ice or ice packs (especially in warm weather)

Final invoices are sent after the butcher provides the hanging weight. Payment is due during the 14-day aging window before pickup.

We list all Butcher Drop-Off Dates on our website homepage so customers always know when their cow is headed for processing. When you place an order, you can expect to have your meat about 2 weeks after the next posted processing date.

Deposits are non-refundable, as each cow is reserved specifically for your order. If you need to adjust your order, please contact us as soon as possible.