Beef Processing - Meat Cleaver

Beef Processing Information

Meat Cleaver now offers custom beef processing and is taking orders! So give us a call today at 303.458.7563 to get on our schedule.

CARCASS TAG REQUIRED ON EACH ANIMAL OR GRIND ORDER OVER 20 LBS.

Pricing

Each beef slaughter booking will be charged $100.00 per head. This will be subtracted from your final invoice and ensures we don’t run into scheduling issues and that each customer has a firm beef slaughter date.

Beef Processing Fees

500 pounds* or less
$575.00
Minimum charge
501 - 700 pounds*
$1.15 per pound
701 - 900 pounds*
$1.10 per pound
900 pounds* or more
$1.05 per pound
Quartering fee
$20.00 per 1/4
Organs
$5.00 per organ
30+ MONTH BONELESS FEE
$25.00

*Based on hanging weight.

Cuts, vacuum packaging, grinding, and labeling are all included.

Beef Slaughter &. Misc. Fees

Mobile Slaughter Unit
$200.00 per head
Ottemans Slaughter
$150.00 per head
Mileage Fee
$1.00 per mile, round trip

Beef Processing with Meat Cleaver

Boxes

We are no longer packaging orders in boxes. The finished product will be stored in milk crates, and the customer will be responsible for bringing coolers or storage bins to take their order home. If you forget your containers when you pick up your order, we have a few boxes on hand that can be purchased for $3.00/each.

Storage

There will be no charge for storage for the first two weeks (beginning when you receive the email stating your order is ready). On the first day of the 3rd week, there will be a fee of $3 per day for each of your containers. This fee will be added to the bill and is due when you pick up your meat.

Pre-Slaughter Checklist

A current brand inspection is required within 14 days of slaughter. If choosing our mobile slaughter unit, please note that Meat Cleaver does not transport or dispose of the hide, hooves, head, or offal.

Beef Processing Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Brand Inspection?
Yes. A current brand inspection is required for EVERY animal (homegrown / raised included) and needs to be completed no more than seven days prior to slaughter. Please inspect “In care of Meat Cleaver.” You can find a list of brand inspectors near you here.
Do you take the offal/hide?
No. Everything aside from the quartered beef will need to stay on the property where the slaughter took place.
What do I do with the offal/hide?
Whatever works best and is convenient for the producer in disposing of the offal/hide is what we recommended. We are happy to help move things to a different area of the property if needed.
When do I need to submit my cut sheets?
To ensure we provide you with a great product, we need to receive the cut sheets within 14 days of slaughter. Please email, text, or call in the order.
How are my cuts packaged?
All your meat is vacuum sealed in 3mil. or 4mil. bags. All cuts are labeled with stickers except ribs, bones, and organs. Ground hamburger packages are as such: 1-2lb, 2-3lb & 5lb. Your order will be stored in milk crates which we will empty into the coolers you provide. (see below for suggested sizes to bring)

Beef Processing Cut Sheets

WHOLE BEEF CUT SHEET

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HALF BEEF CUT SHEET

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QUARTER BEEF CUT SHEET

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BONELESS WHOLE BEEF CUT SHEET

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BONELESS HALF BEEF CUT SHEET

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BONELESS QUARTER BEEF CUT SHEET

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