FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does “sold by hanging weight” mean?

Hanging weight is the weight of the animal after slaughter but before cutting and packaging. It includes bones and fat that may be trimmed off later. It’s the fairest and most accurate way to price bulk beef.

2. How much meat will I actually take home?

On average, you’ll receive about 55% of the hanging weight as packaged beef. For example, a 600 lb hanging weight will yield roughly 330 lbs of take-home meat.

3. What cuts do I get with a whole, half, or quarter cow?

You’ll be able to choose your cuts — just like ordering from a live butcher counter. We’ll walk you through your options when it’s time to finalize your processing sheet.

4. How long does it take to get my beef?

Typically 10–14 days from the slaughter date, depending on dry aging and butcher schedule.

5. Is your beef grass fed?

Yes — our cattle are grass-fed and grain-finished for premium flavor and marbling.

We encourage all customers, both current and future, to visit the farm and see the process — so you truly know where your beef comes from. You can set up a farm tour through the contact page. 

6. Do you deliver or ship?

Yes — pickup at the farm is always available.

We also offer local delivery and nationwide shipping.

Shipping rates are calculated at checkout.

7. Can I split with a friend or family member?

Absolutely — just let us know how you want it divided when we finalize your cuts.

8. Can I build my own beef box?

We do not offer custom build-your-own boxes at this time, but if you send us a message at the time of your order, we may be able to accommodate special requests depending on inventory.

9. Do you offer custom milling?

We currently do not offer custom milling unless it’s a large job. Our hourly rate is $75/hour with a 250 board foot/hour average capacity.

10. What types of lumber do you offer?

We sell green-cut pine, poplar, red oak, white oak, chestnut oak, and ambrosia maple. You can view current inventory and pricing on our website under the “Sawmill” collection.

Farm Policies & Disclaimers

1. Local Delivery Only

We proudly serve our community in East Tennessee. Local delivery is available within 40 miles of Philadelphia, TN.

Orders placed outside this radius cannot be fulfilled.

2. No Shipping

We do not currently offer out-of-state shipping for meat, eggs, or produce. All orders are pickup or local delivery only.

3. Non-Refundable Deposits

Deposits placed on beef, pork, or lamb shares are non-refundable. These funds reserve your animal and cover upfront processing costs.

4. Final Balance Due

Remaining balances must be paid before pickup or delivery. No exceptions.

5. No Returns / Exchanges

For food safety reasons, once meat or produce leaves our farm (or is delivered), it cannot be returned or exchanged.

6. Processing Timeline

Processing dates are subject to butcher availability. We’ll provide updates, but please allow flexibility around final pickup/delivery dates.

7. Pre-Orders

All poultry, pork, beef, and lamb pre-orders are final. By placing an order, you agree to wait for your scheduled processing date.

8. Documentation

Invoices and receipts clearly state our farm location, delivery radius, and terms. Please review them carefully before ordering.

Still Have Questions?

You can reach out to us anytime:

📍 Jody Melton – The Fed Up Farmer

📧 thefedupfarmer@gmail.com

📞 865-454-6988

📍 Philadelphia, TN

Or use the contact form on the website.