Pastured Pork, 1/2 Deposit
We offer half and whole pork orders once a year. 100% soy free and non-GMO Berkshire pork. Our pork comes from Berkshire pigs that are free to move around, they are happy & get to enjoy the sunshine, native forage, dirt, and clean air.
We specifically raise Berkshire pigs for many reasons, but mostly due to the fact that they are great foragers. The Berkshire is a heritage breed with a long history of richness in the pork world. This breed has a gentle nature, making them great to have around our family. We work hard to perfect a rich, nutrient-dense, and marbled pork product for our customers.
Please scroll down for additional information about our pork. $5.00/lb. hanging weight and a $300 deposit for a 1/2 pork & $600 deposit for a whole. Customer is responsible for processing fees, not included in the $5.00/lb.
Pastured Pork Info
In order to maintain optimal health, our pigs are given a supplemental ration of mixed, fresh, whole grains with minerals each day. No hormones are used. They are supplemented with grass, alfalfa, and oat hay year-round so that they get their greens! The “greens” allows our pigs to grow naturally in 8 to 10 months or until they reach approximately 250 lbs. live. Pigs raised on multiple forage options have more vitamin D, selenium (a vital antioxidant), significantly more vitamin E, and more healthful fatty acids than pigs raised on other food sources.
Pastured Pork Deposits & Processing
To start the ordering process, we require a deposit when your pork package is ordered and then the remainder of the balance is due a few days before delivery. Deposits depend on the size of pork you order. A 1/2 Deposit = $300, Whole Deposit = $600. The remaining balance will have the processing fees added to the final invoice.
Please click here for current pork processing information: https://innovativefoodsco.com/custom-meat-processing/pork-processing/
Some processing requests do cost more money. Cured meat and sausage seasoning do cost extra. Always check with the processor before you request special cuts.
NOTE: Processing fees for pork are subject to change. We currently use Innovative Foods in Evans, CO. 970-330-8400
Hanging Weight vs. Packaged/Boxed Weight
Hanging Weight: This is the weight of the butchered animal as it hangs in the locker to dry age. This weight does not include the head, hide, hooves, blood and innards, which have been removed.
Packaged/Boxed Weight: This is the net weight of the meat you will receive that is packaged and ready for your freezer. You will be charged based on the hanging weight. The boxed weight is 60% of the hanging weight.
Example on a 1/2 Pork: Hanging weight is 100 lbs. The packaged meat will be approximately 60% of the 100 lbs., which would give you 60 lbs. of packaged meat/boxed pork.
Example on a Whole Pork: Hanging weight is 200 lbs. The packaged meat will be approximately 60% of the 200 lbs., which would give you 120 lbs. of packaged/boxed pork.