Meat Livestock

  • Beef

  • Lambs

  • Goats

How They Are Raised

Our cattle, sheep, and goats are raised on lush, open pastures with plenty of fresh forage, clean water, and room to roam. We use rotational grazing to support healthy pastures, promote soil health, and keep our animals thriving. We believe in responsible, sustainable farming practices that prioritize animal welfare, natural grazing, and the long-term health of our land. No unnecessary shortcuts—just thoughtful livestock management focused on raising healthy animals and producing quality, responsibly raised products.

Why Grass Fed & Grass-Finished?

  • Better flavor and tenderness

  • Higher in beneficial nutrients

    (omega-3s, CLA, vitamins, minerals)

  • No hormones or unnecessary antibiotics.

  • Raised humanely on pasture

Our Commitment

We’re proud to offer locally raised, pasture-based beef, lamb and goat meat that’s good for your family and good for the land. When you buy from us, you’re not just getting beef - you’re supporting a small, family-run operation and sustainable agriculture in West Virginia.

Estimated Animal Cost

Beef

Whole, Half or Quarter

$3.50

per live weight

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Average weight: 1,000lbs

Lamb

$4.00 to $5.00

per live weight

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Average weight 100-120lbs

Goat

$4.00 to $5.00

per live weight

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Average weight 100-120lbs

Animals are sold to consumer for meat at live weight.

Processing fees are not included but processing information is provided below for informational purposes.

Goat & Lamb processing is typically performed at a flat rate of $150.00 by our local butcher.

FAQ

Consumers purchase the live animal from our farm at the live animal per pound rate. The amount you are charged by our farm is only for the live animal.

Processing fees are not included in this price. Buyer pays slaughter and processing separately to the butcher. Lamb and goat are purchased as single animals. Beef can be purchased by the whole, half or quarter.

What is included in the price?

1

A 20% non-refundable deposit is required. That is 20% of the animals estimated live weight.

What is needed to reserve an animal?

2

Live weight is the live weight of the animal when it leaves the farm while hanging weight is measured after slaughter. Hanging weight is typically 60-64% of the live weight.

What is Live Weight vs. Hanging Weight?

3

How many pounds of meat will I receive from the butcher?

4

The final take-home meat you receive is usually about 60% of the hanging weight.

  • Example a 1,000 lb. live weight beef may yield roughly 384lbs of meat.*

  • Example: a 100 lb. live weight lamb or goat may yield roughly 30-40lbs of meat.*

*Numbers provided are estimates for informational purposes only and may not reflect actual amount consumer receives.

What size freezer will I need?

5

Ready to Reserve?

Interested in purchasing pasture-raised beef, lamb, or goat meat from Stenger Farms? We offer quality meat from our cattle, sheep, and goats, raised with a focus on responsible livestock management and sustainable farming practices.

Whether you're looking to stock your freezer or purchase meat for your family, we invite you to reach out to learn about current availability, available cuts, bulk meat options, and ordering details.

Contact us to discuss your needs and find out how to bring farm-raised meat from Stenger Farms to your table.

20% deposit is required.

Keep an eye on our social media for the most up to date livestock inventory updates.