Grass-fed and Grass-finished Beef – Whole Beef Reservation

Description

Prairie to Fork Farm: Buying Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished Beef

At Prairie to Fork Farm, we specialize in premium, grass-fed and grass-finished beef, raised on open pastures right here in Northeast Kansas. By choosing our whole, half, or quarter beef options, you’re not only filling your freezer with nutritious, flavorful meat—you’re also supporting local agriculture, regenerative grazing, and sustainable land stewardship.

Experience the bold, clean flavor of our all-natural beef, perfect for grilling, roasting, or slow cooking. Below is everything you need to know about purchasing Prairie to Fork Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished Beef by hanging weight.

Beef Availability in 2026

Our next processing dates are scheduled for late June through July of 2026. Availability is limited and reservations are first-come, first-served.

Hanging Weight Overview

Our beef typically has the following hanging weight ranges:

• Quarter Beef: 130–175 lbs hanging weight
• Half Beef: 260–350 lbs hanging weight
• Whole Beef: 525–700 lbs hanging weight

Freezer Space Requirements

Here’s an estimate of freezer space needed for your beef:

• Quarter Beef: ~4 cubic feet
• Half Beef: ~8 cubic feet
• Whole Beef: ~16 cubic feet

Whole, Half, and Quarter Beef Pricing

In Northeast Kansas, our pricing for grass-fed, grass-finished beef is as follows:

• Whole, Half, or Quarter Beef: $5.75 per pound hanging weight
• $500 Non-Refundable Reservation Fee (applied toward final balance)

Processing Fees

We work with Simon Meat Locker in Olsburg, KS for all local processing, and their average fees—shown below—can vary based on the cuts and packaging you choose:

• Beef Processing: Average of $1.25–$1.50 per pound hanging weight. Link for more information HERE.

Note: Processing fees are paid directly to Simon Meat Locker at pickup. Keep in mind that these fees can change depending on what you select—for example, options like ground beef packaging size, or specialty cuts may increase or decrease the total cost.

Example Pricing Estimate

Let’s look at an example for a Quarter Beef with a 175 lb hanging weight:

• Reservation Payment: $500
• 175 lbs × $5.75/lb = $1,006.25
• Then, the subtotal of $506.25 ($1,006.25 – $500 deposit) becomes due to PTFF when we deliver your beef to Simon Meat Locker.
• Processing Fee (average): $325 (paid directly to Simon Meat Locker see the link for processing estimates on whole and half beef.)

Estimated Total Cost: ~$1,350–$1,450 for approximately 100–110 lbs of take-home beef cuts (depends on yield and cutting instructions).

Note: Final invoices are based on the official hanging weight recorded by Simon Meat Locker.

Cutting Instructions

Once you’ve reserved your beef, you can easily work with our partner, Simon Meat Locker, to customize your cutting instructions just the way you like.

• Standard cuts (steaks, roasts, ground beef)
• Specialty cuts (flank, brisket, short ribs, stew meat, etc.)
• Packaging preferences (vacuum seal, paper wrap, ground beef size options)

You’ll receive a cutting instruction form once your reservation is confirmed.

How to Order

To reserve your Prairie to Fork Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished Beef, complete the checkout process for your reservation. Reserve your beef early to make sure you get the portion size that’s right for you

Thank you for choosing Prairie to Fork Farm for your beef needs, and for supporting local, sustainable, pasture-based agriculture!

Pickup Instructions

Once Simon Meat Locker finishes processing your beef, they will contact you directly to arrange pickup. After we receive your final payment, Prairie to Fork Farm will authorize your order for pickup

Processing typically takes 2–3 weeks from drop-off to completion.

Simon Meat Locker
100 Industrial Drive, Olsburg, KS 66520
📞 785-468-2038 | ✉️ info@simonmeatlocker.com

Note: Freezer storage fees begin 2 days after completion notice. Orders not picked up within 8 weeks will be considered abandoned.