Farm
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.
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View DetailsBuy Half a Cow in Wiggins, Mississippi
2 local suppliers selling bulk beef in the Wiggins area. Prices in Mississippi typically range $9.00-10.00/lb per pound.
Avg. Rating
4.7 stars
184 reviews
Half Cow Cost
$2,000-2,200
in Mississippi
Best Season
May-June
peak availability
Hanging Weight
$4.75-6.99/lb
before processing
When to Buy in Mississippi
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.
2 Suppliers in Wiggins
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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.
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View DetailsLocal Tip for Mississippi Buyers
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.
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Frequently Asked Questionsabout 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.