What is a beef share?

A Beef Share allows you to purchase a portion of an entire cow—either¼, ½, or a whole beef share. This gives you a variety of premium cuts at a lower price per pound than buying individual retail cuts. Plus, everything is individually packaged, butcher wrapped, and frozen for long-term freshness!

Why Buy a Beef Share?

Farm-Fresh, Locally Raised Beef - Enjoy beef raised with care and responsibility, ensuring high-quality, nutrient-dense meat for your family.

The Best Value Per Pound - Buying a share gives you a mix of premium steaks, roasts, and ground beef at a lower cost than purchasing individual cuts.

Convenient & Ready to Use - Each cut is butcher packed, labeled, and frozen, making meal planning easy.

Stock Your Freezer - With a ¼, ½, or Whole Beef Share, you’ll always have farm-fresh beef on hand, saving you trips to the store.

Beef Shares

  • 1/4 Beef Share

    ¼ Beef Share (Great for Smaller Families & Freezers)

    - 90-110 lbs of beef
    -Steaks: Ribeye, T-bone or NY Strip, Sirloin
    -Roasts: Chuck, Arm, Rump, or Sirloin Tip
    -Ground Beef: 35-45 lbs
    -Extras: Stew meat, short ribs, soup bones

    Estimated Cost: $450 - $550

  • 1/2 Beef Share

    ½ Beef Share (More Variety & Savings)

    - 180-220 lbs of beef
    -Steaks: Ribeye, T-bone or NY Strip, Sirloin, Filet Mignon
    - Roasts: Chuck, Arm, Rump, Brisket
    - Ground Beef: 70-90 lbs
    - Extras: Stew meat, short ribs, soup bones, organ meats (optional)
    Estimated Cost: $900 - $1,100

  • Whole Beef Share

    Whole Beef Share (The Best Selection & Value)

    - 360-440 lbs of beef
    - Includes a full variety of all premium cuts
    - Customize your order with our butcher for preferred cuts
    Estimated Cost: $1,800 - $2,200

How It Works

Step 1: Choose Your Beef Share - Select a ¼, ½, or Whole Beef Share that fits your needs.

Step 2: Place Your Deposit - Reserve your share with a deposit (final price based on boxed weight).

Step 3: Processing & Butcher Customization - Your beef is professionally processed, vacuum-sealed, and frozen for freshness.

Step 4: Pick Up at the Farm - We’ll notify you when your order is ready! Pick up at Prairie Raised Beef / Elsing Farms in Sauk City, WI.

Location: E10481 Highway 60, Sauk City, WI 53583

Beef Share FAQs

How much freezer space do I need for a beef share?

- ¼ Beef Share:About 4 cubic feet
- ½ Beef Share:About 8 cubic feet
- Whole Beef Share:16+ cubic feet

What cuts come with my beef share?

Each share includes a variety of steaks, roasts, ground beef, and extras like stew meat and soup bones. ½ & Whole Beef Shares allow some customization.

How is pricing calculated?

We charge$5 per pound based on the boxed beef weight, which is the actual amount of meat you take home after processing. This means you only pay for the finished, ready-to-use cutsin your freezer—no guessing based on hanging weight!

How long does frozen beef last?

Ground Beef & Steaks: Up to12 months

Roasts & Larger Cuts:Up to 18 months