Chefs prefer Black Angus from Hershey's Lancaster Beef because of its rich flavor and fine marbled texture. We raise our cattle on a diverse diet of grass, grains, and corn for maximum flavor.
Lancaster Beef is raised and butchered right in Lancaster County, PA. You get the confidence of knowing that your food is not only fresh, but it was produced with a smaller environmental impact than what you find in grocery stores.
Hershey's Lancaster Beef sources from a network of small Lancaster County farms, all operated by the same families for many generations. The quality and tradition is evident in every bite.
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There is no big backing organization behind Hershey's Lancaster Beef. We are just simple farmers who are passionate about the work we've dedicated our lives to doing.
The Hershey Family farm, located in East Donegal, Pennsylvania, is currently owned and operated by Steve & Seth Hershey. We are the third and fourth generation to work the land since it was purchased in 1956 by Seth's great-grandfather.
We love what we do and it brings us great joy to share the results of our labor with you and your loved ones.
The Freezer Beef Program is a great way to buy a wide variety of cuts of Lancaster Beef, including our top of the line steaks and roasts. Like the Lancaster Beef that you find in stores and restaurants, it is premium, dry aged, Black Angus beef. Plus, the price is a fantastic value!
Give Seth Hershey a call at 717-725-7518 and tell him you're calling about Freezer Beef. Depending on availability, you can pick up your order within 24 hours. If you have a custom order or special instructions, that can often be arranged through our local butcher. We will walk you through that simple process too.
Freezer beef is ordered in quarters, with each quarter literally equalling a quarter of a steer. For reference, a quarter of beef takes up about eight cubic feet of freezer space. The following is an approximate representation of what to expect from a quarter of beef:
To order extras such as beef sticks, chipped steak, beef cubes, etc., you will speak with the butcher directly. We can help walk you through this simple process.
*Lancaster Beef cannot promise an exact number or poundage of certain cuts because of the natural variation of the cattle.
The price of a quarter of beef is dependent on the weight of the steer and the current market price for beef. Because of these variables, a quarter of beef can range from $1,100 to $1,500.
You get better beef at a better price compared to the grocery store.
We raise premium Black Angus cattle right here on our family farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Our cattle are started on grass and then grain finished to produce marbling and a choice to prime product. Our beef is dry aged for exceptional tenderness and flavor, then professionally processed, vacuum sealed, labeled, frozen, and ready for your freezer.
Our steers typically weigh 900-1100 lbs hanging weight. You will receive approximately 56-60% of the hanging weight in actual packaged beef for your freezer.
The amount of freezer space needed depends on the size of your order. As a general guideline:
If you don't already have freezer space available, we recommend purchasing a chest freezer before your beef is ready for pickup. A 7-cubic-foot chest freezer is typically sufficient for a quarter beef, while a 14–15-cubic-foot freezer works well for a half beef.
Need help deciding what size freezer is right for your order? We'd be happy to help!
Our beef is sold using hanging weight, which is the weight of the carcass before the fat, bones, etc. are removed.
It is a two-part payment:
Because every steer varies in size, final cost depends on hanging weight.
Our steers typically range from 900–1,100 pounds hanging weight.
Estimated totals:
A standard beef quarter typically includes:
All beef is:
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We can customize your order to fit your family's preferences.
Optional items include:
These custom items have additional processing charges from the butcher.
If you'd like a full list of options and pricing, we can provide a current processing price sheet upon request.
Payment is made in two parts.
Payment is due within one week after the steer is butchered.
You will pay Smucker’s Meats directly for processing when you pick up your beef, typically 2–3 weeks after butchering.
Please note:
Smucker’s Meats will not release your beef until payment to Hershey’s Lancaster Beef has been received.
When you purchase from Hershey's Lancaster Beef, you're receiving:
We appreciate your support of local agriculture and look forward to providing your family with delicious, farm-raised beef!
