Currently taking reservations for Carwood Beef quarters, halves & wholes to be filled in August 18, 2026. The next Monthly Beef & Burger Bundles & Honey pick-up will be on May 21st, 22nd & 23rd. All meat products sold by Carwood Farm are processed by Federally Inspected sources.
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Currently taking reservations for Carwood Beef quarters, halves & wholes to be filled in August 18, 2026. The next Monthly Beef & Burger Bundles & Honey pick-up will be on May 21st, 22nd & 23rd. All meat products sold by Carwood Farm are processed by Federally Inspected sources.
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How to Buy a Quarter or Half Beef | Easy Process at Carwood Farm PA

It's Easier Than You Think — Here's How It Works

Buying a quarter or half of farm-raised beef from Carwood Farm is a straightforward process. Here's the simple 3-step overview:

  1. Choose your size — A quarter yields ~130 lbs. of take-home beef; a half yields ~260 lbs. Both are "split" so you get a great variety of cuts.
  2. Place your order online — Select your processing preference (Standard, Select, Custom, or Burger) at checkout. Corey will follow up by text to confirm your order and scheduled ship month.
  3. Pick up at the processor — About 3–4 weeks after your animal ships from the farm, your beef is ready. Pay the processor, load up your cooler, and stock your freezer.

Ready to get started? Order your quarter or half here →

Frequently Asked Questions

How much freezer space do I need?

Plan for about 4–5 cubic feet for a quarter (roughly 35 lbs. per cubic foot). A standard chest freezer (7 cu. ft.) handles a quarter comfortably; a half needs 8–10 cu. ft.

How long does the beef last in the freezer?

Properly vacuum-sealed beef will last 24+ months in the freezer with no loss of quality.

What cuts will I get?

All quarters and halves at Carwood Farm are "split," meaning you get an equal share of cuts from the front and back of the animal — ground beef, steaks, roasts, and more. 

Is this affordable?

At approximately $9.10/lb. all-in (beef + processing), you're getting premium, hormone-free, antibiotic-free beef at a price that competes with — or beats — grocery store prices for comparable quality. 

Do I have to talk to the processor myself?

Not if you don't want to. Choose our "Standard" or "Select" processing recommendation at checkout and we handle the instructions for you. The "Custom" option is there if you want to specify your own cuts.

Can I get a sample before committing to a quarter or half?

Yes, our Beef & Burger Bundles make great samples to try.  Since we often function on a 4-6 month wait for quarters and halves, you can subscribe and keep getting bundles every month until you get your quarter or half and then cancel your Monthly Bundle Subscription.

For a bit more detail, let's start with the amount of beef you'll get for your freezer.
Of course, we can't give you an exact poundage because cows don't all weigh the same. The "final" or "take-home" weight is the weight of the meat that you will bring home to put in your freezer. This weight is usually about 70% of the hanging weight. On average a quarter of Carwood Beef weighs about 187 lbs. (hanging weight) so the final weight, after processing, would be about 130 lbs. (estimated).

In summary, on average, take home weight is:
1/4 beef = 130 lbs
1/2 beef = 260 lbs.

Cost is simple because we charge a flat fee instead of per lbs...these are 2026 prices

1/4 beef = $997 paid to Carwood Farm, LLC

1/2 beef = $1,994 paid to Carwood Farm, LLC

whole beef = $3988 paid to Carwood Farm, LLC

Processing is a separate charge paid to our processor. We use several area federally inspected processors who charge $1.00/lbs. - $1.10/lbs. calculated using the hanging weight. So using the average weights listed above. You can figure your processing costs to be:

1/4 processing = $187 *estimate

1/2 processing = $374 *estimate

whole beef processing = $748 *estimate

So, I know, that's a lot of numbers and can easily get confusing but when you do the math, the approximate price per lbs. is $9.10/ lbs. (that's the total of beef + processing) I give you this number because I know you may be accustomed to looking at price/lbs. at the grocery store or where ever you may have purchased beef from in the past.


All our 1/4s and 1/2s are "split". What does that mean?
At Carwood Farm, you'll get an equal share of cuts from the front and the back of the cow, so you can get a nice variety of cuts (ground beef, steaks, roasts, etc.) and an equal share of all cuts.

Custom processing made easy

Often, the idea of speaking with a processor to decide how you want your order processed is an intimidating thought. We've eliminated that part of the process by offering Carwood Farm Beef Processing Recommendations. Choose one of these options at check out when you place your order and you don't have to think about it again:

Carwood Farm Beef "Standard" Processing Recommendation (Click Here!)

Carwood Farm Beef "Select" Processing Recommendation (Click Here!)

We also offer the "custom" option at check out for those who wish to be able to speak with the processor and place their custom processing order themselves.

Lastly, we offer a "burger" option at check out if you would like your entire order ground into hamburger.

Freezer space needed
**35 lbs. of beef = 1 cubic foot...So a typical quarter requires about 4 – 5 cubic feet of freezer space.

Click here to: buy a cow from a farmer

How our easy ordering for quarters & halves works, step by step:

  1. Place your order via the website by clicking on the "Order Here" tab or use the "buy a cow from a farmer" link above!
  2. Navigate to the "quarter & half" product and choose from
    1. Standard
    2. Select
    3. Custom
    4. Burger
  3. Put your choice in your cart and check-out
  4. You will receive a confirmation email
  5. Corey will reach out to you with a text to confirm your order and let you know what month your order is schedule to leave the farm (the date the live animal leaves the farm for processing). The top header of our website usually has a statement of what month we are taking orders for.
  6. Approximately 30 days before the shipment from the farm date, you will receive a notice from Corey with the exact date of shipment. So you get a 30 heads up>
  7. The day after your order ships from the farm. Corey will email you an invoice for the balance of your order owed to Carwood Farm. This invoice will typically reflect the flat rate minus your deposit paid at the time of order. We ask that you pay the invoice upon receiving it.
  8. If you choose the "custom" option at check out, this is the point in which you will need to contact the processor to place your customer processing order. Corey will remind you and give you the contact information for the processor being used for your shipment. If you chose "standard" or "select" you can skip this step.
  9. Processing takes approximately 3-4 weeks to be completed. Corey will contact you when your order is ready for you to pick-up.
  10. Go to the processor, pay the processor and take home your beef order

Click here to: buy a cow from a farmer