Farm
Breezy Oaks Ranch
Canton
★5.0(6)Local beef supplier in Canton, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsBuy Half a Cow in Mississippi
Quick Answer
Half a cow in Mississippi costs $2,000-2,200 ($9.00-10.00/lb per pound take-home). There are 23 local suppliers to choose from. Best time to buy: May-June. Both grass-fed and grain-finished options available.
Mississippi's $482 million cattle industry is undergoing transformation from a cow-calf export model to a robust direct-to-consumer market. With 810,000 head and 430,000 beef cows, the state traditionally exported weaned calves to Midwest feedlots. However, supply chain fragilities and consumer demand for traceability have catalyzed an intrastate bulk beef market. Unique factors include the necessity of Brahman genetics for heat tolerance in the subtropical climate, and the utilization of annual ryegrass for finishing—creating flavor profiles distinct from corn-belt beef. The catfish industry connection provides low-cost poultry litter fertilizer for pastures.
23 Suppliers
$4.75-6.99/lb Hanging Weight
May-June Best Season
23 Farm Pickup
Buying Bulk Beef in Mississippi: Expert Guide
Pricing
Half cow: $2,000-2,200
Hanging weight: $4.75-6.99/lb
Take-home: $9.00-10.00/lb
Best Time to Buy
Peak season: May-June
Spring/Early Summer (May-June) is optimal for grass-fed beef—cattle finish on high-energy ryegrass during cool spring months. Late Fall (November-December) works for grain-finished or spring-born calves. The 'Deer Season Bottleneck' (mid-October through January) floods processors with wild game—many suspend beef slaughter entirely. Book 3-6 months ahead. For grass-fed, aim for the 'ryegrass window' before summer heat hits.
Common Breeds
Brangus, Brahman crosses, Black Angus, Pineywoods (heritage), Beefmaster
Typical practice: Mixed (pasture-raised, grain-finished)
Local Tip
Ask your farmer about ryegrass finishing and harvest timing—beef processed in May-June off lush cool-season forages will have superior marbling compared to August-harvested animals that suffered 'summer slump.' The yellow fat tint from beta-carotene in green forage is a sign of nutrient density, not spoilage. For hurricane preparedness, a full freezer holds safe temperatures for 48 hours without power—invest in a generator.
Top Production Regions
Pine Belt (Hattiesburg, Petal, Perkinston)Hill Country (Oxford, Pontotoc, Como)Delta (Greenville, Cleveland, Leland)Jackson Metro & Central MississippiGulf Coast (Biloxi, Gulfport, Wiggins)
Browse by City
23 Suppliers in Mississippi
Farm
Dowdle Family Farms
Caledonia
★5.0(6)Local beef supplier in Caledonia, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Etta Hills Farm
Lafayette County
★5.0(4)Local beef supplier in Lafayette County, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Mississippi Farmers Meat
Summit
★5.0(3)Local beef supplier in Summit, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Oxford Meat Company
Oxford
★5.0(29)Local beef supplier in Oxford, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Sunset Oaks Farm
Picayune
★5.0(9)Local beef supplier in Picayune, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Waverly Beef and Shady Acres Farm
Columbus
★5.0(4)Local beef supplier in Columbus, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Boe Farms
Moselle
★4.9(28)Local beef supplier in Moselle, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Country Boys Farm to Table Market
Meridian
★4.9(94)Local beef supplier in Meridian, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Honestly Beef
Magee
★4.9(9)Local beef supplier in Magee, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
LB's Meat Market
Oxford
★4.9(45)Local beef supplier in Oxford, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Mississippi Meat Company
Greenwood
★4.9(24)Local beef supplier in Greenwood, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Adobe Ranch
Olive Branch
★4.8(24)Local beef supplier in Olive Branch, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Country Meat Packers
Florence
★4.8(315)Local beef supplier in Florence, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsButcher
Johnny Pizmo's Butchery & Marketplace
Gulfport
★4.8(157)Local beef supplier in Gulfport, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsButcher
Lil Butcher Shoppe
Hattiesburg
★4.8(512)Local beef supplier in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Black Jack Ranch
Wiggins
★4.7(31)Local beef supplier in Wiggins, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Grazing Way Farm
Ellisville
★4.7(3)Local beef supplier in Ellisville, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsButcher
The Knight Butcher
Laurel
★4.7(122)Local beef supplier in Laurel, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsButcher
The Butcher Block of Wiggins, LLC
Wiggins
★4.6(153)Local beef supplier in Wiggins, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Farm & Flame
Ocean Springs
★4.5(152)Local beef supplier in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Homestead Farm & PackingHouse
Lucedale
★4.5(31)Local beef supplier in Lucedale, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsFarm
Bryant Farms
Greenwood
Local beef supplier in Greenwood, Mississippi. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
Natural
1/4 Cow · 1/2 Cow · Whole Cow
Farm Pickup
View DetailsGet notified when new suppliers are added in Mississippi
No spam. Just a heads-up when we find new farms in your state.
Bulk Beef in Nearby States
Explore suppliers in neighboring states - many offer delivery or are worth the drive.
Frequently Asked Questions: Buying Beef in Mississippi
01
What does half a cow cost in Mississippi?
A half cow in Mississippi costs $2,000-2,200 total. At $4.75/lb hanging weight (360 lbs), you pay the farmer ~$1,710, plus $62.50 slaughter fee (half share) and $1.00/lb processing (~$360), totaling ~$2,132. Your take-home yield is about 234 lbs, making effective cost approximately $9.11/lb—a significant value when you're paying the same price for Filet Mignon as for ground beef.
02
Why do Mississippi cattle need Brahman genetics?
Mississippi's heat and humidity create severe heat stress for English breeds (Angus/Hereford). Brahman cattle have short hair coats, increased sweating ability, and parasite resistance essential for thriving in Mississippi summers. Look for F1 crosses ('Tiger Stripes'—Brahman x Hereford) or composite breeds like Brangus (3/8 Brahman, 5/8 Angus) that retain heat tolerance while gaining Angus marbling and tenderness.
03
What is the 'ryegrass advantage' for Mississippi beef?
Annual ryegrass is Mississippi's strategic advantage for grass-finishing. Planted in fall (mid-September to October), it provides lush, high-protein forage from winter through spring (February to May). Cattle finishing on this 'rocket fuel' deposit maximum marbling during cool months. The highest quality grass-fed beef is harvested in late spring (May-June). Animals harvested in late summer may be leaner from Bermudagrass 'summer slump.'
04
Why is the fat on my Mississippi grass-fed beef yellow?
The yellow tint comes from beta-carotene sequestered from green forage (ryegrass, clover). Cattle grazing lush pastures accumulate this pigment in their fat stores, resulting in yellow or cream-colored fat rather than stark white of grain-finished beef. This is a sign of nutrient density and indicates the animal was actively gaining weight on high-quality green forage—a mark of quality, not spoilage.
Buying Guides & Tools
First-Time Buyer's Guide
Everything you need to know
Beef Cuts Guide
What cuts you'll actually get
Cut Sheet Guide
How to customize your order
Half vs Quarter Cow
Compare share sizes and costs
Grass-Fed vs Grain-Finished
Understand the real differences
Freezer Space Guide
How much space you'll need
Bulk Beef vs Grocery
See the real cost comparison
Price Calculator
Estimate your total cost