Buy a Cow.
By the 1/8, Quarter, Half, or Whole.
Premium local beef, custom cut exactly how your family eats. Reserve a quarter of a cow, half a cow, or a whole cow from our USDA-inspected shop in Long Grove, Iowa.
Not sure what size fits your family? Compare a 1/8 beef share, a quarter of a cow, half a cow, or a whole cow to find the right freezer fit.
First time buying in bulk? Read our bulk beef buying guide for a plain-English walkthrough of how it works.
Why Buy Bulk from Baetke?
Click each price to see the breakdown (based on 200 lbs / Quarter Beef)
Savings
$655
Full Price Comparison by Cut
See exactly how much you save on each cut category
You Save $655+ (40% off!)
Cuts Are Fully Customizable
Unlike the grocery store, you decide the thickness, quantity, and preparation of every cut. Want extra ground beef? More steaks? Custom sausage? It's your beef, your way.
The bottom line: Save $655 AND get your cuts exactly how you want them.
Reserve Your Beef & Start SavingCommon Questions from Families
Buying bulk beef is a big decision. Here's what families ask before they take the leap.
"I don't have a big enough freezer"
A 1/8 beef fits in a standard chest freezer or even a large kitchen freezer. We're talking about ~50 lbs of meat - roughly 2-3 months of dinners for a family of 4.
"What if I don't like some of the cuts?"
Every cut is 100% customizable. Want extra ground beef instead of roasts? More steaks and fewer ribs? It's your beef, your way. We'll call you to discuss preferences.
"That's a lot of money upfront"
Think of it as prepaying your grocery bill at a 40% discount. A quarter beef saves you $655+ compared to buying the same cuts at the grocery store. It pays for itself.
What You'll Get
Plus custom sausage, snack sticks, jerky, and organ packaging available!
USDA-Inspected Facility
Experienced Butchers
Quad Cities Family
Reserve Your Beef
Pay upfront or reserve your beef. We'll contact you to discuss cut preferences.
How payment works for 1/4, 1/2, and Whole beef:
- A deposit is required up front to reserve your beef (non-refundable).
- Prefer to pay in full? You can settle the full balance directly with the farmer when they reach out — just let them know.
- The farmer will contact you directly to arrange payment for the beef itself.
- Your deposit is applied toward your final processing bill at pickup.
- 📞 We will call or text you to discuss cut preferences. Final processing pricing is based on actual weight.
Have Questions?
Have questions first? Submit an inquiry and we'll contact you within 1 business day to discuss sizing, pricing, and cut preferences.
How It Works
Simple process, custom results. Weights vary by animal.
1. Pre-Pay or Reserve
Pre-pay online or fill out the form above to reserve your beef.
2. We Contact You
We'll call to discuss your specific cut preferences and package sizes.
3. Custom Processing
3-4 weeks of expert butchering, exactly how you want it.
4. Pickup & Pay Balance
Balance due at pickup. Heat-shrink packaged and ready for your freezer.
Important: Final weight may vary by animal. We'll confirm details after your order is placed and before processing begins.
Fully Customizable Cuts
You choose exactly how you want your beef cut and packaged. Steak thickness, roast sizes, ground beef portions - it's all up to you.
Freezer Ready
All cuts are heat-shrink packaged and labeled for easy organization. Just load up your freezer and enjoy for months.
Ready to Fill Your Freezer?
Questions? Call us directly or submit an inquiry and we'll get back to you within 1 business day.