Farm
The Snake River Farm Minnesota
Becker
★4.8(27)Local beef supplier in Becker, Minnesota. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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View DetailsBuy Half a Cow in Becker, Minnesota
2 local suppliers selling bulk beef in the Becker area. Prices in Minnesota typically range $7.50-10.00/lb per pound.
Avg. Rating
4.4 stars
59 reviews
Half Cow Cost
$2,000-2,500
in Minnesota
Best Season
September-November
peak availability
Hanging Weight
$3.25-6.97/lb
before processing
When to Buy in Minnesota
The 'Fall Run' (late September through November) is optimal when cattle come off summer pasture in peak condition. However, Minnesota's firearm deer seasons (early-mid November) create severe processing bottlenecks. For grass-finished beef, late fall is essential—animals on lush summer pasture have the best marbling.
2 Suppliers in Becker
Farm
Thousand Hills Cattle Company
Becker
★4.0(32)Local beef supplier in Becker, Minnesota. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
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View DetailsLocal Tip for Minnesota Buyers
Holstein beef is the 'moneyball' strategy for Minnesota buyers—often 30-40% cheaper than Angus while delivering Prime-grade marbling. For Twin Cities residents, farms along the I-94 corridor (like StoneBridge Beef) offer delivery routes, and buying clubs like TC Farm aggregate orders to neighborhood drop sites at Seward Co-op or The Good Acre.
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Frequently Asked Questionsabout buying beef in Minnesota
01
How much does half a cow cost in Minnesota?
A standard grain-finished half cow runs $2,000-2,500 total in Minnesota. At $4.10/lb hanging weight (typical rate), a 403 lb half costs about $1,650 to the farmer, plus $50 slaughter fee and $0.85/lb processing (~$340). Take-home yield is approximately 260 lbs, making your effective cost $7.50-8.00/lb for all cuts.
02
What is the 'dairy crossover' and how does it affect Minnesota beef prices?
Minnesota has more dairy cows than beef cows, meaning Holstein steers make up a significant portion of local bulk beef. Holstein beef marbles exceptionally well (often grading Prime) but has a lower dressing percentage due to heavier bone structure. This creates a unique value opportunity—Holstein quarters often trade at 30-40% less than Angus, providing Prime-grade eating at discount prices.
03
Why can't I pick up beef during early November in Minnesota?
Minnesota's firearm deer seasons (November 8-23 and November 22-30 in 2025) overwhelm custom processors. Many lockers suspend beef operations entirely during these weeks to handle thousands of deer. Schedule your beef harvest for late October or wait until December.
04
Can I keep a freezer in my unheated Minnesota garage?
Chest freezers generally work in cold garages, but extreme cold (below 0°F) can cause problems. When ambient temperature drops below the freezer's thermostat setting, the compressor stops running and the freezer section can actually warm up. 'Garage Ready' freezers have heaters to prevent this. During Polar Vortex conditions, some Minnesotans simply unplug the freezer and let nature do the work.