How it works - Porter Creek Farms

Is the meat USDA certified?
Yes. All of our beef is processed at a USDA-approved facility, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

What is the other 1%?
Our cattle are 99% grass-fed. During the final 90–120 days, they are finished on our farm with all the grass and hay they want, plus farm-raised grains, proteins, and minerals. This balanced diet helps develop beautiful marbling and rich flavor in the beef.

Where do you deliver?
We currently deliver to the following areas:
Tennessee: Memphis, Bolivar, Jackson, and Nashville 
Mississippi: Southaven, Batesville, Clarksdale, Cleveland, Greenville, Yazoo City, Jackson, Grenada, Oxford, Tupelo, and Corinth
Arkansas: West Memphis

How is the meat packaged?
All beef is professionally wrapped in freezer paper.
For extended freshness, vacuum-sealed packaging is available for an additional $0.25 per pound.

How much meat do you get in a whole or half beef?
Whole beef: Approximately 500–800 lbs. hanging weight
Half beef: Approximately 250–400 lbs. hanging weight

Quarter beef: Approximately 150-249 lbs. hanging weight

What cuts are included with a whole or half beef, and how are they decided?
You’ll receive a variety of premium cuts, including:
Steaks: Sirloin, New York Strip, Ribeye, Filet Mignon
Roasts: Sirloin Tip, Rump, Chuck, Shoulder, Brisket, Ribs, Tri Tip, Beef for Stew
Ground Beef
Bones and Organs (available upon request)
*Once your deposit is received, our team will reach out within a couple of weeks to review your cutsheet and help you make your selections before processing.

How much freezer space do I need?
Whole beef: Approximately 16–20 cubic feet
Half beef: Approximately 8–10 cubic feet

Quarter beef: Approximately 4-8 cubic feet

How do I reserve a whole or half beef?
A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your order:
Whole beef: $500 deposit
Half beef: $300 deposit

Quarter beef: $175 deposit

Deposits are processed securely through via DEBIT or CREDIT CARD and  ZELLE

How do I pay my deposit?
Orders are not confirmed until your deposit has been received.
We currently accept all major credit cards and ZELLE payments from most major banks.

To make your deposit:
Add Porter Creek Farms as a ZELLE recipient using our email: beef4saleportercreekfarms@gmail.com

Include your full name and phone number in the message field.
Deposit amounts: $300 for a half or $500 for a whole side of beef.
You can check if your bank supports ZELLE at ZELLE.com

What happens after I’ve paid my deposit and placed my order?
Once your deposit is received, you’ll receive an order confirmation email.
Your beef will be processed, aged, and prepared—this typically takes 4 to 6 weeks.

When your beef is ready:
You’ll receive a final invoice based on the hanging weight.
We’ll contact you to schedule delivery or pick-up (in Memphis at Raleigh Feed Store).
Final payment will be due at that time.

Pricing Examples:

Whole Cow
Average hanging weight: 650 lbs.
Price per pound: $8.00
Approximate total: $5,200.00
Typical range for 500–800 lbs.: $4,000 – $6,400

Half Cow
Average hanging weight: 325 lbs.
Price per pound: $8.75
Approximate total: $2,844
Typical range for 250–400 lbs.: $2,000 – $3,200

Quarter Cow:

Average hanging weight: 200 lbs.

Price per lb: $9.95

Approximate total:  $1,990

Typical range for 150-249 lbs.: $1,493 - $2478

Additional Options
Vacuum-sealed packaging: Add $0.25 per pound
All of our cattle are 99% grass-fed, farm-raised, with no hormones or antibiotics.