Processing Details


Frequently Asked Questions 

WHAT IS THE TERMINOLOGY?

When interested in bulk beef, it's important to familiarize yourself with the terminology associated with the process. 

Live Weight - the actual weight of the steer when we take the animal to the processing facility

Carcass Weight - the weight of the animal after all material is removed and ready to dry age for 14+ days. 

HOW IS BULK BEEF PRICED?

Bulk beef is sold on carcass weight and is a flat rate per pound. This rate is determined by market price at time of purchase. 

Carcass Weight x Market Price Per Pound =  Buyer Total

The processing facility charges a processing fee, but Flying C Ranch covers this fee for the buyer.

HOW MUCH DOES THE AVERAGE ANIMAL WEIGH?

The average live weight of our steers is 1,200 to 1,500 pounds. The average carcass weight is 800 pounds. A half steer would average 400 pounds.  

How Much Meat Would I Get From A 400 Pound Side:

Cut
Details
1" Steaks T-Bone - 12 to 14 steaks
Ribeye - 12 to 14 steaks
Sirloin - 5 to 6 steaks
1/2" Round Steaks 8 Steaks
2-3 Pound Roasts Chuck- 6
Arm-4
Hind 1/4 -2-3 Sirloin Tip
2 Pikes Peak
2 Rump
Minute Steaks
6 packages (4 minute steaks per package)
Stew Meat
4-6 packages
Ribs 6-7 packages

K Bobs 3-4 packages

Fajita Meat
3-4 packages
Beef Liver
6 packages
Soup Bone (Bone Marrow, Neck, Oxtail) 6 packages
Organs (Heart, Kidneys & Tongue) 6 packages
Ground Beef 60-70 pounds

Prices Will Be Determined By The Current Market At The Time We Take The Steer To Cypress Valley For Processing

Variety Meats

How Is The Meat Packaged?

Cypress Valley Meat vacuum seals all individual cuts of meat and labels them with the following details:

  • Cypress Valley Meat label
  • Flying C Ranch label
  • Name of the meat
  • Weight of the meat