Grass-Based Beef
What is “grass based”? Grass based means fresh grass pasture during the spring and summer, moving to our own low input hay (no spray, no irrigation, no chemical fertilizer) through fall and winter. Salt and mineral supplement provided free choice. No growth hormones used. Allowed to do “cow things”: live in a herd, laze around in the sunshine, and mosey around the pasture in search of…well, the things cows long for.
Terminology to know:
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A cattleman term for one unit of cattle.
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The amount of beef you are purchasing in relation to the whole animal
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The price to cut the steaks, ribs, and other delectable cuts into your specific instructions and wrapped in freezer-appropriate packaging
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If you went into the field with a scale and weighed the steers. Also called “on the hoof”
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The weight of the carcass immediately after harvesting; approximately 60% of live weight
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The amount of edible product that you pick up in packages; approximately 20-30% less than hanging weight due to trimming excess fat/bone.
🥩 STONESTHROW FARM BEEF — 2026 HARVEST
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Reserve Your Share — Late Summer Pickup
$5.25/lb hanging weight (paid to farmer) + butcher fees paid directly to Smokey Ridge (Chewelah, WA)
Fill Your Freezer with Local, Farm‑Raised Beef
Humanely raised, great‑tasting beef
Quarter, half, or whole shares available
Limited availability for this harvest cycle
HOW IT WORKS
1. Reserve Your Share
Your deposit holds your spot and covers transportation. Cash or checks accepted.
$125 — Quarter*
$250 — Half
$500 — Whole
2. Summer Harvest
Animals are harvested later this summer.
3. Pay the Butcher at Pickup
Processing fees are based on hanging weight and paid directly to Smokey Ridge.
Cut & Wrap:$1.10/lb (hanging weight). Optional vacuum sealing: +$0.60 per package. Standard wrapping (plastic + butcher paper) included at no extra cost.
Slaughter Fee: Smokey Ridge charges $175 per head. You pay only the portion for your share (whole/half/quarter). This portion is included in your deposit and paid to the farmer.
4. Pick Up & Enjoy
Collect your custom‑cut, packaged beef and enjoy premium local meat all year long.
Eat Local. Eat Well.
Reserve Your Family’s Beef or Ask Questions
Call 509.903.6310 or email mystonesthrowfarm@gmail.com
***USDA and custom lamb also available, please ask about a quote!***
*Additional fees may apply.