What size freezer do I need for 1/2 a cow?

How much freezer space will my beef take? For a quarter share (85 pounds of meat), you’ll want to have 4 cubic feet. And for a Side (half), around 8 cubic feet. A whole cow will need 16 cubic feet.

How big of a freezer do I need for half a cow and half a pig?

Most standard-sized chest freezers (seven cubic feet or smaller) can store up to half a pig. For more than half a pig, you should look into bigger chest freezers—a minimum of 10 cubic feet.

How much can you fit in a 5 cubic foot freezer?

Generally speaking, a 5 cubic foot freezer is sufficient for a two-person household. Another guideline to consider is: 1 cubic foot of freezer space holds roughly 35 pounds (16 kilograms) of food. A 5 cubic foot freezer holds approximately 175 pounds (79 kilograms) of food.

Is it worth it to buy half a cow?

Buying a whole cow or half a cow (not a quarter cow) will get you the best deal. If you can’t afford a whole or half cow (or you don’t think you’ll eat that much meat), the price is still better than grocery store prices overall. But if you’re looking for the absolute most bang for your buck, avoid the quarter cow.

How big of a freezer do I need for half a cow?

If you plan to store anything else in your freezer, 9-12 cubic feet is a good size for half a beef. This is the minimum size we recommend for a whole beef order but it may be tight, so consider going a little bigger. Personally we recommend 21 cubic foot freezers to accommodate a whole cow while keeping things well organized with bins or shelves.

How much space do you need for a freezer of beef?

With approximately 440 – 520lbs of freezer beef, you’ll need at least 40 cubic feet of freezer space.

How many cubic feet does a whole cow need?

And for a Side (half), around 8 cubic feet. A whole cow will need 16 cubic feet. What if I don’t already have a freezer? If you don’t have a freezer, you might be surprised to learn they’re surprisingly affordable.

How long will beef last in a chest freezer?

Whether you get a chest freezer or an upright is a personal preference. How long will my beef be good in the freezer? Assuming it goes right in the freezer and it’s kept ice cold, it will last at least 12 months. How do I defrost my meat?