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Beaver Brook Ranch
Blairstown
★5.0(164)Local beef supplier in Blairstown, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Quick Answer
Half a cow in New Jersey costs $2,300-2,500 ($9.00-10.00/lb per pound take-home). There are 35 local suppliers to choose from. Best time to buy: August-October. Both grass-fed and grain-finished options available.
New Jersey, the Garden State, presents a unique paradox in the beef industry. It possesses some of the most fertile, mineral-rich soils in the Northeast, ideal for nutrient-dense forage. However, it contends with the highest farmland values in the nation, necessitating agricultural models that prioritize high-margin, quality-differentiated products over commodity volume. The state's 9,900 farm operations manage roughly 700,000 acres with intense pressure on land use efficiency.
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$4.80-5.00/lb Hanging Weight
August-October Best Season
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Buying Bulk Beef in New Jersey: Expert Guide
Pricing
Half cow: $2,300-2,500
Hanging weight: $4.80-5.00/lb
Take-home: $9.00-10.00/lb
Best Time to Buy
Peak season: August-October
The optimal harvest window is late summer to early fall (August through October) when cattle have spent the majority of the grazing season on high-quality pasture. Spring Flush (April-June) produces rapid weight gain; Summer Slump (July-August) sees grasses go dormant; Fall Rebound (September-October) restores pasture quality. Book 6-12 months ahead due to severe processing bottlenecks.
Common Breeds
Black Angus, Randall Lineback, Dexter, Heritage breeds
Typical practice: Mixed (pasture-raised, grain-finished)
Local Tip
Consider heritage breeds like Randall Lineback or Dexter if you have limited freezer space - a half beef from these smaller-framed breeds hangs at 200-225 lbs versus 350-400 lbs for Angus, requiring half the storage with a lower total cash outlay ($1,300-1,500). The 'Amish Valve' through Lancaster County Pennsylvania provides an alternative supply when NJ farms are sold out.
Top Production Regions
North Jersey Skylands (Sussex, Warren, Morris)Central Jersey Estate Belt (Hunterdon, Mercer)South Jersey Philadelphia Foodshed (Salem, Burlington, Gloucester)
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35 Suppliers in New Jersey
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Beechtree Farm
Hopewell
★5.0(12)Local beef supplier in Hopewell, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Cedar Ridge Farm
Blairstown
★5.0(17)Local beef supplier in Blairstown, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Cotton Cattle Co
Bethlehem Township
★5.0(60)Local beef supplier in Bethlehem Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Grass Pond Farm
Fredon Township
★5.0(3)Local beef supplier in Fredon Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Hometown Hills Farm
Wantage
★5.0(13)Local beef supplier in Wantage, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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River Bend Farm
Far Hills
★5.0(44)Local beef supplier in Far Hills, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Sweetman's Farm Grass-fed Beef
Warwick
★5.0(50)Local beef supplier in Warwick, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Local beef supplier in Perkasie, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Victor's Meat Market
Hamilton Township
★5.0(101)Local beef supplier in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Bringhurst Meats
Berlin
★4.9(662)Local beef supplier in Berlin, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Clover Valley Farm Inc
Southampton Township
★4.9(56)Local beef supplier in Southampton Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Dutch Hill Farm Market & Meat Shoppe
Spring Lake
★4.9(153)Local beef supplier in Spring Lake, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Jr's Cattle Ranch
Millstone Township
★4.9(59)Family-owned central New Jersey ranch raising grass-fed, free-range Black Angus cattle. Nutritionist-supervised diet ensures premium quality beef. Sells quarter, half, and whole beef plus eggs and honey. Open Wed-Sun. 4.9-star rating from 59 reviews.
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Lowland Farm
Vernon Township
★4.9(13)Local beef supplier in Vernon Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Local beef supplier in Medford, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Meloni's Butcher Block
Washington Township
★4.9(133)Local beef supplier in Washington Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Monmouth Meats
Red Bank
★4.9(129)Local beef supplier in Red Bank, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Montclair Meats
Montclair
★4.9(56)Local beef supplier in Montclair, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Old Farm - Butcher Shop
West Long Branch
★4.9(90)Local beef supplier in West Long Branch, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Pat's American Butcher Shop
Scotch Plains
★4.9(73)Local beef supplier in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Sonny's Meat Market
Edison
★4.9(203)Local beef supplier in Edison, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Vernon Valley Farm
Sussex
★4.9(48)Local beef supplier in Sussex, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Arnie’s Gourmet Butcher Shop & Culinaria
Cherry Hill Township
★4.8(309)Local beef supplier in Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Closter Farm & Livestock Co.
Closter
★4.8(74)Local beef supplier in Closter, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Lima Family Farms
Hillsborough Township
★4.8(104)Local beef supplier in Hillsborough Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Nick's Meat Depot
Edison
★4.8(215)Local beef supplier in Edison, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Pampita Meat Shop
Jersey City
★4.8(179)Local beef supplier in Jersey City, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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The Meat Shoppe by Arctic Foods
Washington
★4.8(136)Local beef supplier in Washington, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Totten Family Farm
Washington Township
★4.8(24)Local beef supplier in Washington Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Fossil Farms - Farm Raised Game & All Natural Meats
Boonton
★4.7(93)Local beef supplier in Boonton, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Readington River Buffalo Farm
Flemington
★4.7(78)Local beef supplier in Flemington, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Godek's Farm
Marlboro Township
★4.5(407)Local beef supplier in Marlboro Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Dey Farm at Oliveira Acres
South Brunswick Township
★4.4(458)Local beef supplier in South Brunswick Township, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Skillman Farm Market and Butcher Shop
Montgomery
★4.4(62)Local beef supplier in Montgomery, New Jersey. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Buying Beef in New Jersey
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What does half a cow cost in New Jersey?
A half cow in New Jersey costs $2,300-2,500 total. At $5.00/lb hanging weight (360 lbs), you pay about $1,800 to the farmer, plus $75 slaughter fee and $360 processing ($1.00/lb), totaling ~$2,325. With vacuum sealing ($90), your effective take-home cost is $9.94/lb for approximately 234 lbs of meat. This makes premium cuts like ribeye and filet cost the same as ground beef.
02
Why is processing such a challenge in New Jersey?
New Jersey has only ~16 federally inspected facilities versus 80+ in neighboring Pennsylvania. This creates a severe bottleneck where farmers must book slaughter dates 6-12 months in advance, often transporting livestock 200-300 miles round-trip. This scheduling rigidity means bulk beef is rarely 'on-demand' - you must reserve months ahead.
03
What's the difference between Custom Exempt and USDA inspected beef?
USDA-inspected meat can be sold by the cut at retail. Custom Exempt meat is processed without an inspector present - legal because you technically purchase the live animal (or share) before slaughter. The meat is stamped 'Not for Sale' and is only for your household and non-paying guests. This is the standard for most NJ bulk beef transactions.
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Are heritage breed cattle worth the premium in New Jersey?
Heritage breeds like Randall Lineback and Dexter offer unique advantages: smaller carcasses (200-225 lb half vs 350-400 lb for Angus) fit in smaller freezers, require lower total investment ($1,300-1,500 vs $2,300+), and offer distinct 'terroir' flavors. The trade-off is fewer cuts per purchase, but meat-to-bone ratio is often excellent.
Buying Guides & Tools
First-Time Buyer's Guide
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Beef Cuts Guide
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Cut Sheet Guide
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Half vs Quarter Cow
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Grass-Fed vs Grain-Finished
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Freezer Space Guide
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Bulk Beef vs Grocery
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Price Calculator
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