ONLY GRASS & GRAIN
Welcome to The Reid Family Farm, home of The Fatted Calf, located in beautiful Shelby County, Alabama. Frustrated by low-quality grocery store beef, we began raising our own cattle in 2022. Friends quickly noticed the exceptional taste and quality, and our small family initiative rapidly grew. Today, we proudly offer naturally raised beef, free from steroids and antibiotics—just as nature intended.
"Bring the fatted calf… let us celebrate" embodies joy, abundance, and a return to pure, wholesome nourishment—principles deeply rooted in our farm’s philosophy.
Looking forward to serving you and your family,
Chris Reid
About Us
Our Story
The journey of The Fatted Calf began from our family's deep dissatisfaction with the quality of commercially available meat, which left us concerned for our health and well-being. Driven by our faith and inspired by holistic, biblical health principles, we committed ourselves to raising cattle differently—ethically, naturally, and purely. Our mission quickly resonated within our Shelby County community, affirming our belief that healthy, nutritious beef can and should be accessible to everyone.
At the heart of The Fatted Calf lies unwavering dedication to toxin-free farming. We raise our cattle free from steroids, antibiotics, and harmful chemicals, ensuring the beef we provide is wholesome and nutrient-rich. Our approach integrates our faith with responsible stewardship, reflecting time-tested biblical dietary wisdom. We believe strongly in transparency and integrity, serving our neighbors in Shelby County and beyond with beef they can trust, fostering a community committed to health, wellness, and ethical consumption.
Our Beef
At The Fatted Calf, we raise Commercial Angus cattle on a strict grass and grain diet, free from steroids and antibiotics. Our beef is naturally nutrient-rich, flavorful, and raised with integrity from start to finish. Every cut is vacuum-sealed for freshness and convenience, making it easy to stock your freezer with high-quality, all-natural beef your family can trust.
FAQ
What Breed Type: Commercial Angus
What Size Freezer do I need for ½ com: 18 Cu Ft
How much meat is a ½ cow? 250 to 300 lbs
A family of four generally can have
12 months of beef ½ cow
How long is the cow at the processor?
About 3 weeks
How long will it hang in the cooler at the processor?
16 to 18 days
How does it come packaged
Vacuumed Packed
Generally 2 steaks per
1 roast per
1 lb Hamberger
½ Cow Example
Final Dress Weight 275 lbs
Deposit $1,250.00
Balance $950.00
Total to The Fatted Calf $2,200.00
Processor
Kill Fee $50.00
Processing .90lb $247.50
Total to Processor $297.50
Total $2,497.50
Pressed Weight = This is the cow ready to be Butchered.
2025 Pricing 800 lb Dressed Weight
All Cows Must have a non-refundable Deposit
½ Cow $1,250.00
Whole Cow $2,500
Balance is due on the remaining dress weight at the time of delivery to a processor.
*Note, you can not pick up your beef at the processor unless the balance to The Fatted Calf has been paid
To Grow off your cow and deliver cow to the processor. You will pay the processor for the processing fee.