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Becker Family Stock Farm
Thermopolis
★5.0(4)Local beef supplier in Thermopolis, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Quick Answer
Half a cow in Wyoming costs $2,000-4,200 ($9.50-11.00/lb per pound take-home). There are 34 local suppliers to choose from. Best time to buy: October-November. Both grass-fed and grain-finished options available.
Wyoming's cattle industry operates in a high-altitude ecosystem (4,000-7,000+ feet) that exerts distinct physiological demands on animals, influencing genetic selection and meat quality. The state's ranchers utilize some of the most rigorous genetic screening in the world, including PAP (Pulmonary Arterial Pressure) testing for high-altitude adaptation. Wyoming beef is defined by sagebrush steppe terroir - cattle graze native grasses, forbs, and the iconic sagebrush landscape, imparting a distinct, herbal complexity absent in monoculture grain-fed beef.
34 Suppliers
$4.25-7.00/lb Hanging Weight
October-November Best Season
33 Farm Pickup
1 Local Delivery
1 Ship Nationwide
Buying Bulk Beef in Wyoming: Expert Guide
Pricing
Half cow: $2,000-4,200
Hanging weight: $4.25-7.00/lb
Take-home: $9.50-11.00/lb
Best Time to Buy
Peak season: October-November
Fall harvest (October-November) coincides with the end of the grazing season when cattle are at peak weight and body condition. This timeline aligns with Wyoming's severe winter onset, creating transport challenges. For grass-finished, late summer to early fall (September-October) captures animals at maximum fat deposition. Processing slots book 12-24 months out.
Common Breeds
Black Angus, Hereford, Murray Grey, Wagyu crosses, Composite genetics
Typical practice: Mixed (pasture-raised, grain-finished)
Local Tip
Wyoming's extreme winter weather (frequent I-80 closures) creates transport challenges for fall pickups. The best strategy: load a chest freezer into your vehicle and pre-cool overnight. The thermal mass of 400 lbs of frozen meat (-10°F) will self-insulate for 24-48 hours if unopened. Monitor WYDOT 511 for real-time road conditions.
Top Production Regions
Southeast Wyoming (Laramie, Cheyenne, Torrington)Northeast Wyoming (Sheridan, Buffalo, Gillette)Central Wyoming (Casper)Northwest/Big Horn Basin (Cody, Powell, Jackson)
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34 Suppliers in Wyoming
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Francisco Family Ranch
Lander
★5.0(3)Local beef supplier in Lander, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Gillette Meat Market
Gillette
★5.0(39)Local beef supplier in Gillette, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Harding Ranch
Meriden
★5.0(3)Local beef supplier in Meriden, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Middle Fork Farm
Laramie
★5.0(3)Local beef supplier in Laramie, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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SALT RIVER Meat Co.
Afton
★5.0(11)Local beef supplier in Afton, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Salt River Ranch
Etna
★5.0(9)Local beef supplier in Etna, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Truly \ Beef
Sheridan
★5.0(7)Local beef supplier in Sheridan, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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West Cattle Company
Wheatland
★5.0(3)Local beef supplier in Wheatland, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Wyoming Pure Natural Beef
Wheatland
★5.0(39)Local beef supplier in Wheatland, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Craig Angus Ranch
Fort Collins
★4.9(12)Local beef supplier in Fort Collins, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Haderlie Farms
Thayne
★4.9(29)Local beef supplier in Thayne, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Shumway Farms
Afton
★4.9(311)Local beef supplier in Afton, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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The Butcher Block LLC
Laramie
★4.9(128)Family-owned butcher shop in Laramie for 20+ years. Sells only USDA Choice and Prime beef in quarter, half, or whole quantities. Also offers custom processing and on-farm butchering services. 4.9-star rating from 128 reviews.
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Wyoming Authentic Beef
Cody
★4.9(15)Local beef supplier in Cody, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Brattis Meat Market
Casper
★4.8(158)Local beef supplier in Casper, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Frank’s Butcher Shop and Liquor
Casper
★4.8(144)Local beef supplier in Casper, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Sweet Cheeks Meats
Jackson
★4.8(140)Local beef supplier in Jackson, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Whitt's End Ranch and Farmstand
Cheyenne
★4.8(61)Local beef supplier in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Wyoming Wild Meats, LLC
Lyman
★4.8(36)Local beef supplier in Lyman, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Shiloh Valley Family Farm
Sheridan
★4.7(3)Local beef supplier in Sheridan, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Big Horn Meat Cutting
Buffalo
★4.6(79)Local beef supplier in Buffalo, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Pitchfork Ranch LLC
Meeteetse
★4.6(13)Local beef supplier in Meeteetse, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Wilbourn Cattle
Shoshoni
★4.6(11)Local beef supplier in Shoshoni, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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307 Meat Company
Laramie
★4.5(100)Local beef supplier in Laramie, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Jackson Hole Buffalo Meat Co
Jackson
★4.5(81)Local beef supplier in Jackson, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Bear Mountain Beef
Hawk Springs
★4.4(19)Local beef supplier in Hawk Springs, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Genuine Meats
Riverton
★4.4(15)Local beef supplier in Riverton, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Wyoming Legacy Meats Custom
Cody
★4.4(45)Local beef supplier in Cody, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Home On the Range Meat Processing
Cheyenne
★4.3(64)Local beef supplier in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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3T Ranch
Sundance
Premium grassfed/grass-finished beef from the Black Hills of Wyoming. 100% grassfed, born and raised on pasture, never confined.
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Bootheel 7 Ranch
Laramie
Sustainably raised Wyoming Angus beef shipped nationwide. No growth hormones or steroids. Whole cow purchases available.
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Hiser Beef LLC
Glenrock
Local beef supplier in Glenrock, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Kara Creek Ranch Beef
Sundance
Local beef supplier in Sundance, Wyoming. Contact them directly for current availability and pricing on bulk beef purchases.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Buying Beef in Wyoming
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What does half a cow cost in Wyoming?
A half cow in Wyoming ranges from $2,000-4,200 depending on tier. Value-oriented grass-fed (High Plains Beef): ~$2,000 at $4.25/lb HW. Standard grain-finished (Kompac): ~$1,925 at $5.50/lb HW inclusive. Premium market (Lockhart): ~$2,100 at $7.00/lb HW inclusive. Your effective take-home cost is $9.50-11.00/lb for all cuts.
02
What makes Wyoming beef different from other states?
Wyoming's high-altitude ranching (4,000-7,000+ feet) requires cattle genetically adapted to lower oxygen levels. Progressive ranchers PAP-test herds for cardiac robustness. The sagebrush steppe terroir - diverse native grasses, forbs, and sagebrush - imparts a distinct herbal complexity to grass-fed beef that connoisseurs describe as richer and more mineral-forward than Midwest feedlot beef.
03
Why do I need to book 12-24 months in advance?
Wyoming has a chronic shortage of processing capacity ('shackle space'). Following early 2020s supply chain disruptions, small processors remain booked 12-24 months out. The 'kill date' is sacrosanct - if a rancher misses a slot, they feed the animal another year. Place deposits in early spring to secure fall harvest slots.
04
How do I transport beef across Wyoming in winter?
I-80 is notorious for winter closures due to wind, snow, and blow-overs. Strategy: load a chest freezer in your vehicle, pre-cool overnight, pack the meat tight. The thermal mass of 400 lbs frozen at -10°F self-insulates for 24-48 hours if unopened. Add dry ice for peace of mind but crack a window for ventilation. Monitor WYDOT 511 for real-time closures.
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