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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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View DetailsBuy Half a Cow in Salt Lake City, Utah
2 local suppliers selling bulk beef in the Salt Lake City area. Prices in Utah typically range $10.00-14.00/lb per pound.
Avg. Rating
4.3 stars
506 reviews
Half Cow Cost
$2,400-3,500
in Utah
Best Season
September-December
peak availability
Hanging Weight
$5.00-8.50/lb
before processing
When to Buy in Utah
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.
2 Suppliers in Salt Lake City
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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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View DetailsLocal Tip for Utah Buyers
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.'
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Frequently Asked Questionsabout 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.
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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.