{"product_id":"whole-cow-whole-beef","title":"Pre-Order Whole Cow for Farm Pickup ONLY (Deposit)","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePasture-Raised, Dry-Aged Beef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have a big family that loves beef and you’re looking to stock your freezer with quality local beef, a Whole Cow might be right for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’re offering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epasture-raised Black Angus beef\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efrom our trusted local farm partner, Nooherooka Natural. We’re proud to say this partnership goes both ways, as Nooherooka carries our pasture-raised poultry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Whole Cow fills your freezer with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efull variety of beef cuts\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ground beef, steaks, roasts, ribs, tenderloin, meaty bones and more. A Whole Cow provides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 6-9 lbs of beef per week for a year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll also have the opportunity to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecustomize your cuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and prioritize the beef your family uses most. We’ll provide a sample cut sheet and are happy to walk you through our recommendations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlus, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eyou’re invited to take a personalized farm tour with farmer Ben\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when you come to pick up your beef!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice \u0026amp; Payment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$1,200 non-refundable deposit \u003c\/strong\u003etoday reserves your Whole Cow and is applied to your final balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice is \u003cstrong\u003e$12.50\/lb based on hanging weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. Processing is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated hanging weight: \u003cstrong\u003e500–650 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated total cost: \u003cstrong\u003e$6,250-8,125\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated take-home beef: \u003cstrong\u003e340-440 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on animal size and your cut selections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll send an invoice for your \u003cstrong\u003eremaining balance\u003c\/strong\u003e on October 12th.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal payment due October 15th\u003c\/strong\u003e via credit card.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause we are reserving a particular animal for you, the $600 deposit is non-refundable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow Your Beef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese cows are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn and raised in North Carolina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePasture-raised and rotationally grazed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvided with supplemental farm-grown grains and certified Organic minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised without antibiotics or growth hormones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumanely cared for throughout their lives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to grazing pasture, these cows receive supplemental feed grown on the farm, along with spent grains from local breweries. This helps produce \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexcellent marbling and flavor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef, shop our\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carolinapastures.com\/collections\/100-grassfed-beef\"\u003e Carolina Pastures beef collection\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Quality \u0026amp; Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour beef is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcessed at a \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA-inspected facility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-aged\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum tenderness and flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVacuum-sealed and frozen in individual cuts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend 14-18 cubic feet of freezer space to store your Whole Cow. Vacuum-sealed beef retains excellent quality for 1-2 years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour $1,200 deposit reserves your Whole Cow. After you place your deposit, Ben will contact you to talk through your cut sheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole Cows will be available for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efarm pickup ONLY at Carolina Pastures in Hurdle Mills, NC, in late October 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickup location:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3200 Breeze Rd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHurdle Mills, NC 27541\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease disregard any delivery information or dates provided at checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eWe’ll contact you to schedule your individual pickup time and farm tour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuestions? Contact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:ben@dawnbreakerfarms.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eben@dawnbreakerfarms.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carolina Pastures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62876617310367,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/9001\/2044\/files\/Pasture-Raised-Whole-Cow-Whole-Beef-Carolina-Pastures.png?v=1790734551","url":"https:\/\/carolinapastures.com\/products\/whole-cow-whole-beef","provider":"Carolina Pastures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}