Buying a half or a whole cow has many benefits, including better-tasting cuts of beef, knowing where your food came from and how it got raised, saving a big chunk of money, and making the world a more humane place for meat-providing animals like cattle. So, as a modern homesteader, what’s the process for buying …
If you eat beef regularly, you may have wondered about how much freezer space you need for a quarter of half a cow. Buying bulk meat can be a great way to be more environmentally responsible while supporting local farmers and reducing food waste. The only problem is conserving your meat. Buying bulk meat can feel daunting …
As a homesteader, contemplating adding a beef cow or two to your menagerie can feel like you’re hitting the big time! It’s all fine and dandy playing around with poultry, sheep, and goats, but bringing some beef cattle into the mix starts to step everything up a gear. But if some beautiful bovines are next …
How much meat is half a cow? How many steaks are in a cow? As prices continue to skyrocket at the grocery store, many homesteaders are looking for ways to cut costs while still getting all the food they need. In particular, the cost of meat can be prohibitively expensive. This past summer, we stocked …