Cuts you get from Half/Full Steer

Wagyu beef is prized for its marbling, which contributes to its tenderness and flavor. In addition to its culinary appeal, Wagyu beef has nutritional benefits. It is rich in monounsaturated fats, also known as "good fats," which can help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and increase HDL (good) cholesterol. These fats are similar to those found in olive oil and avocados.

Wagyu beef also contains significant levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are important for heart and brain health. Furthermore, it is a good source of protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins, all of which are essential for overall health.

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Based on a target hanging weight range of 700 to 750 lbs for a whole steer (or 350 to 375 lbs per half), here is a formatted breakdown.

For premium Wagyu beef, the expected take-home yield is approximately 60% to 65% of the hanging weight in packaged, vacuum-sealed cuts (the remaining weight is lost to bone removal, fat trimming, and dry-aging shrink).

Wagyu Yield Breakdown: 700 – 750 lb Hanging Weight

Metric

Hanging Weight Range

Take-Home Meat Yield (~62% Avg)

Freezer Space Needed

Half Steer Share

350 – 375 lbs

~215 – 235 lbs

8 – 9 cu. ft.

Full Steer

700 – 750 lbs

~430 – 470 lbs

16 – 18 cu. ft.

Detailed Cut Expectations

Steak Cut

Ribeye Steaks

T-Bone Steaks

Porterhouse Steaks

Top Sirloin Steaks

Filet Mignon / Tenderloin

Flank Steak

Skirt Steak

Tri-Tip Roast

Half Steer (350–375 lb HW)

12 – 14 steaks

10 – 12 steaks

4 – 5 steaks

6 – 8 steaks

4 – 6 steaks (or 1 roast)

1 steak

1 – 2 steaks

1 roast (~2.5–3.5 lbs)

Full Steer (700–750 lb HW)

24 – 28 steaks

20 – 24 steaks

8 – 10 steaks

12 – 16 steaks

8 – 12 steaks (or 2 roasts)

2 steaks

2 – 4 steaks

2 roasts (~5–7 lbs)

2. Roasts & Specialty Cuts (~25% of total yield)

Cut / Roast

Chuck Roast (3–4 lbs each)

Arm Roast (3–4 lbs each)

Rump Roast (3–4 lbs each)

Sirloin Tip Roast

Whole Beef Brisket

Short Ribs

Soup & Marrow Bones

Half Steer (350–375 lb HW)

6 – 8 roasts (~22–26 lbs)

2 – 3 roasts (~8–10 lbs)

2 roasts (~6–8 lbs)

2 roasts (~6–7 lbs)

1 brisket (~10–13 lbs, split)

3 – 4 pkgs (~8–10 lbs)

4 – 5 pkgs (~10–14 lbs)

Full Steer (700–750 lb HW)

12 – 16 roasts (~44–52 lbs)

4 – 6 roasts (~16–20 lbs)

4 roasts (~12–16 lbs)

4 roasts (~12–14 lbs)

2 briskets (~20–26 lbs total)

6 – 8 pkgs (~16–20 lbs)

8 – 10 pkgs (~20–28 lbs)

3. Ground Wagyu & Stew Meat (~50% of total yield)

Item

80/20 Ground Wagyu Beef

Stew Meat / Cube Steak

Half Steer (350–375 lb HW)

85 – 105 lbs

4 – 6 lbs

Full Steer (700–750 lb HW)

170 – 210 lbs

8 – 12 lbs

1. Premium Steaks (~25% of total yield)

Cut to a standard 1-inch thickness.