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Suwannee River Wagyu

(352) 210-2682

(352) 356-1099

522 SE 897th St, Old Town, FL 32680

suwanneeriverwagyu@gmail.com

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Common Questions

See some common questions and answers below, or call us at 352-210-2682. 

  • Why is the deposit non-refundable?

    The deposit is non-refundable. Remember, when your animal is reserved, we make an appointment with our USDA processor, deliver the reserved animal for processing, have the meat dry-aged for 14 to 21 days, and return to the processor to pick up your beef. We then store your beef in our freezers as we prepare to deliver it to your door. We only have so many animals to offer our valued customers, so we need to ensure all our steers reach one of our valued customers in a timely fashion. Customers do not buy 

    their beef at the same time, so we only process an animal when a 

    request is made to buy our beef. 

  • What does the price include?

    The price includes all the processing fees, dry aging, packaging, and shipping fees!

  • What breed of cattle do you raise?

    We raise American Wagyu F1.

  • Is your beef grass fed or grass finished?

    We are grass fed and grain-finished.

  • What finishing methods do you use?

    We feed a high-quality Purina finisher. It is high in protein and minerals. High-quality peanut hay is also used. 

  • Do you use any antibiotics on your cattle?

    NEVER!

  • Do you use cattle growth hormones?

    NEVER!

  • Do you use chemical fertilizers?

    NEVER!

  • Is your beef dry-aged?

    Your beef will be dry-aged for 14-16 days to increase tenderness and flavor. We have found this to be the optimal time for our grass-fed beef. It's definitely worth the wait! 

  • How is the meat packaged?

    Most farms offer paper-wrapped, shrink-wrapped, or vacuum-sealed Packaging. We only offer vacuum sealed because it keeps your Beef fresh longer in your freezerYour meat will arrive hard frozen. Each cut will be individually packaged. The processor puts all of your frozen cuts into boxes with your name on them that are easy to handle. All of our beef is vacuum-sealed for the freshest flavor! These packages can last up to 18 months 

    in a freezer. We've eaten beef that's been frozen longer than 18 months and it's still been good.

  • What freezer will I need?

    You want to make sure you have the freezer space to hold your beef. Since your beef won't be ready until January, you will have plenty of time to find the right size freezer. We will check in with you to make sure you're ready before we ship your beef. 


    1/8 Beef Share: requires approx. 1.5 - 2.0 cubic ft. of freezer space. This will fit in a regular fridge-freezer compartment. It will take 

    about half the space, which will leave room for other goods. No big freezer needed 


    1/4 Beef Share: requires approx. 3.5 - 4.0 cubic ft. of freezer space. This will fit in a small chest/upright freezer. 


    1/2 Beef Share: requires a deep freezer approx. 10-12 cubic ft of freezer space.


    Whole Beef: requires approx. 14 - 16 cubic ft. of freezer space. This will fit in a large chest/upright freezer.

  • When and where will I pick up my meats?

    When you place your order, you will have the option to choose if you would rather have it pickup, shipped, or delivered.


    We will send you a confirmation email when we receive your order in which we will give you a specific date and location for pickup, delivery, or shipping. 


    We will send out a reminder/ confirmation email the week of your delivery, pickup. This email will also include the amount of money you owe for your beef. We ask that you please respond to the email so that we know to load your beef onto the truck.

  • What if I miss my scheduled pickup day?

    If you can get a friend to pick up your beef, that would be best. Otherwise we can store your beef at the ranch in Old Town (for a $30 restocking fee) and either deliver it to you on our next delivery day. or have you pickup at the ranch.

  • Where do you ship?

    We are a Florida grown ranch so to ensure the freshest quality beef, we ship to Florida and surrounding states. 

  • Is this beef raised locally?

    Yes! Our cattle are raised on our Old Town, FL ranch on open pastures with rotational grazing.

  • Can I visit the ranch?

    Of course! We encourage folks to visit and bring their children. We offer several summer activities on the ranch.

  • What sort of ranching practices do you use?

    Our breeding season is November 15th - February 15th. Calving season is August 15th - November 15th. 

  • What type of grazing practices do you use?

    We supplement our cows with high-protein liquid feeds out on the pastures as they graze. We employ rotational grazing so as to not stress pastures or cattle. In the winter months, we grow rye and oats for feed.

  • Are the cattle treated humanely?

    Absolutely. Our animals are out on spacious, clean, organic, fresh pastures their entire lives. They have space to roam as they please. They remain under our care their entire extended lives, spending their lives with their families, eating a diet of fresh greens, exercising at will, getting plenty of fresh air and sunshine, and living a low-stress and natural life. 

  • Is your beef processed at a local USDA processing facility?

    Yes! We have an awesome USDA Inspected butcher - Johnston Meat Market, Monicello FL. 

  • Can you split up our beef into groups if we are sharing with another family?

    We do not open boxes from our butcher. Every cut is individually wrapped and clearly. labeled, making it very easy for you and your friends to separate evenly when you get home to your own kitchen.

  • When do I get my beef?

    Bulk beef fulfillment will begin in mid-January, we have limited quantities available, the first orders in will be the first orders out. 

  • Do I get to customize my own cut sheet?

    We have a custom cut sheet that we've been using for years, let us take the burden of 50 decisions off your shoulders with our custom cut sheet. 

  • Can you ship a whole beef?

    Yes, we can ship a whole beef! It will arrive in multiple boxes that weigh around 70 lbs each. 


    Depending on the temperatures, we will use dry ice or large ice packs (and possibly both) when shipping your beef. We work with a company called Periship who specializes in shipping perishable items across the country. 

  • Can I track my order?

    Yes. We keep you updated while your box is in transit to your home. You will also get a last-minute notice when it's about to arrive. 

     

  • What if I'm not home when my box arrives?

    No signature is required for delivery. Your box will always be packed with extra dry ice in case you can't unbox it right away.

  • How do you ship your beef frozen?

    We ship with an insulated box liner and dry ice to keep your beef frozen. We guarantee your order to arrive fully frozen, no matter where you live, or your money back. Even if your order ships in 100-degree weather, it will still arrive solid-frozen.

  • How many pounds of meat can we expect?

    Quarter Beef Share is approximately 80-110 LBS. 


    Half Beef Share is approximately 200 -220 LBS. 


    Whole beef Share is approximately 400 - 440 LBS. 

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