Whole Beef Custom Share Deposit (Nov/Dec 2026)

Our commitment to 100% grass-fed cattle, pasture-raised pigs & chickens, and regenerative farming practices ensures the well-being of our animals and the sustainability of our land. Our cattle enjoy the freedom to graze on nutrient-rich pastures. Their 100% grass-fed diet not only ensures flavorful beef but also promotes healthier fats like Omega-3s.

How it works: You reserve a Bristol Haven Whole Beef Custom Share today with a $800 non-refundable deposit. We reserve one of our cattle for you.  In November, your beef will go to a USDA-certified butcher to be processed and packed in individual vacuum-sealed packages.  Once we have the hanging weight from the butcher, we'll send you an invoice for the final cost of the animal (minus the deposit).  Approximately 2-3 weeks later when your cuts are ready, you'll pay the processing costs to the processor at the time of pick-up.  (For 2025, processing costs were $0.71 per pound hanging weight with additional $0.20/lb for ground beef, along with the slaughter fee of approx. $165 for a whole cow.  If requested, there are additional processing fees for the heart, liver, tail & tongue.)

Pricing your beef: This deposit will secure your purchase of a whole cow at $5.50 per pound hanging weight in 2026.  Our 100% grass-fed cows usually have a hanging weight of 400 to 600 pounds, resulting in a take-home product weight of approximately 50-70% depending on the cuts you choose.  You may state in the special instructions section at check out if you have a preferred weight and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Freezer Space: This whole beef share will require approximately 16-20 cubic ft. of freezer space.

Customization and fulfillment: Our processing dates for 2026 are in November.  We'll contact you a couple weeks prior to your processing date and advise you of where & how to send the cutting instructions to the processor.  You will pick up your meat at the processor located within a 1-2 hour drive from Kalamazoo.

Please note that deposits are non-refundable as they are used to support the growth and care of a living animal, which is an irreversible process.