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Buy Half a Cow in Utah

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Half a cow in Utah costs $2,400-3,500 ($10.00-14.00/lb per pound take-home). There are 40 local suppliers to choose from. Best time to buy: September-December. Both grass-fed and grain-finished options available.

Utah's cattle industry operates within a complex matrix of federal and state land management. A significant portion of cattle grazing occurs on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Forest Service lands through a system of 'transhumance' - seasonal movement of livestock between elevation zones. This creates a production cycle linked to federal policy and climatic variability, with cattle spending summers on alpine meadows and winters in lower valleys.

40 Suppliers
$5.00-8.50/lb Hanging Weight
September-December Best Season
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Buying Bulk Beef in Utah: Expert Guide

Pricing

Half cow: $2,400-3,500

Hanging weight: $5.00-8.50/lb

Take-home: $10.00-14.00/lb

Best Time to Buy

Peak season: September-December

The 'Fall Flush' (September-December) is optimal when cattle have spent the summer on high-altitude grazing and deposited maximum fat reserves for winter. Cattle naturally achieve peak marbling in late autumn. Avoid spring grass-fed beef (March-April) unless the rancher supplemented heavily - animals coming out of winter may be lean.

Common Breeds

Black Angus, Hereford, Simmental, Charolais, Wagyu crosses

Typical practice: Mixed (pasture-raised, grain-finished)

Local Tip

Utah's high-altitude ranching (6,000-10,000+ feet) requires cattle tested for Bovine High Mountain Disease (Brisket Disease). Progressive ranchers PAP-test their herds for pulmonary arterial pressure. A 'high-altitude verified' herd isn't just marketing - it's a quality control measure ensuring animals aren't under chronic hypoxic stress that can produce 'dark cutters.'

Top Production Regions

Cache ValleySanpete ValleyIron/Washington CountiesUintah BasinCarbon/Emery Counties

Browse by City

Lehi (2)Logan (2)Morgan (2)Ogden (2)Orem (2)Salt Lake City (2)West Jordan (2)

40 Suppliers in Utah

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Bennion Beef

Vernon

★5.0(26)

Local beef supplier in Vernon, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Coldwater Ranch

Logan

★5.0(7)

Local beef supplier in Logan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Diamond D Beef

Morgan

★5.0(7)

Local beef supplier in Morgan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Hide Out Farm and Ranch

Tooele

★5.0(6)

Local beef supplier in Tooele, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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L2 Ranch

Oakley

★5.0(15)

Local beef supplier in Oakley, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Larson Angus Beef

St. George

★5.0(24)

Local beef supplier in St. George, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Lewis Livestock

Lehi

★5.0(10)

Local beef supplier in Lehi, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Paradise Beef, LLC.

Logan

★5.0(6)

Local beef supplier in Logan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Wasatch Mountain Livestock LLC

Ogden

★5.0(10)

Local beef supplier in Ogden, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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WS Ranch Farmhouse-Products

Vernal

★5.0(8)

Local beef supplier in Vernal, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Bingham's Custom Meats

Morgan

★4.9(839)

Local beef supplier in Morgan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Buffalo Run Ranch

Kamas

★4.9(29)

Local beef supplier in Kamas, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Dry Lakes Ranch Beef

Parowan

★4.9(214)

Local beef supplier in Parowan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Hoggan Ranch

Saratoga Springs

★4.9(28)

Local beef supplier in Saratoga Springs, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Lucky 7 Ranch

Hatch

★4.9(23)

Local beef supplier in Hatch, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Blue Tree Farms

Bluebell

★4.8(10)

Local beef supplier in Bluebell, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Centerville Meats

Centerville

★4.8(266)

Local beef supplier in Centerville, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Heritage Craft Butchers

Orem

★4.8(134)

Local beef supplier in Orem, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Mosida Market Butcher Block

Elberta

★4.8(35)

Local beef supplier in Elberta, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Snider Brothers Meats

Holladay

★4.8(880)

Local beef supplier in Holladay, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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101 Custom Meats - Butcher Shop

Virgin

★4.7(9)

Local beef supplier in Virgin, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Dons Meats

West Jordan

★4.7(285)

Local beef supplier in West Jordan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Lazy J Meats

Payson

★4.7(89)

Local beef supplier in Payson, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Utah Beef Producers

Richfield

★4.7(71)

Local beef supplier in Richfield, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Utah Natural Meat

West Jordan

★4.7(231)

Local beef supplier in West Jordan, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Dirty Spur Cattle Co

Highland

★4.6(14)

Local beef supplier in Highland, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Main Street Quality Meats

South Salt Lake

★4.6(32)

Local beef supplier in South Salt Lake, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Springville Meat Company

Springville

★4.6(202)

Local beef supplier in Springville, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Champion Meats

Ogden

★4.5(112)

Local beef supplier in Ogden, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Circle V Meat Co

Spanish Fork

★4.5(126)

Local beef supplier in Spanish Fork, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Heber Valley Meat

Heber City

★4.5(93)

Local beef supplier in Heber City, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Redmond Heritage Farm Store

Orem

★4.4(452)

Local beef supplier in Orem, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Redmond Heritage Farm Store

Salt Lake City

★4.4(477)

Local beef supplier in Salt Lake City, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Wasatch Meats

Salt Lake City

★4.1(29)

Local beef supplier in Salt Lake City, Utah. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Buying Beef in Utah

01

What does half a cow cost in Utah?

A half cow in Utah costs $2,400-3,500 total. Standard grain-finished runs $5.00-6.00/lb hanging weight; premium grass-finished or specialty beef reaches $7.50-8.50/lb. Add processing fees ($0.90-1.25/lb plus $100-150 slaughter). Take-home yield is about 215-250 lbs, making effective cost $10-14/lb.

02

What is 'high-altitude beef' and why does it matter in Utah?

Much of Utah's summer grazing occurs at 6,000-10,000+ feet elevation. This environment can cause Bovine High Mountain Disease (Brisket Disease) - congestive heart failure from pulmonary hypertension - in susceptible cattle. Progressive ranchers PAP-test their herds for cardiac robustness. This isn't just marketing; stressed animals can produce inferior 'dark cutter' beef.

03

When is the best time to buy grass-fed beef in Utah?

The 'Fall Flush' (September-December) is optimal. After a summer of grazing nutrient-dense high-altitude forage, cattle have maximum marbling and fat reserves for winter. The fat takes on a yellowish tint from beta-carotene. Avoid spring (March-April) grass-fed beef unless the rancher heavily supplemented with alfalfa during winter.

04

How does public lands grazing affect Utah beef?

Utah ranchers operate on a matrix of BLM and Forest Service land through grazing permits. Cattle move seasonally between elevation zones, spending summers (May-October) on alpine meadows. This creates 'terroir' - diverse diets of native grasses and forbs impart distinct flavor. It also means supply is capped by available grazing permits, supporting premium pricing.

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

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Grass-Fed vs Grain-Finished

Understand the real differences

Freezer Space Guide

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Bulk Beef vs Grocery

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Price Calculator

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