Custom Meat Processing

How It Works

We are proud to have West Michigan’s most experienced processing crew, using the latest technology to offer our customers the best cutting and packaging around. We have a state-of-the-art facility with equipment that exceeds all USDA requirements. In addition to daily federal inspections, our 77 years of experience cutting and packaging ensures you get your meat processed your way.

Step 1: Prepare to Give Instructions:

Tap on a button below (or to the left of the page) to take a look at the yield estimates to help you prepare to give instructions.

See cuts you don’t recognize? Learn how to cook different cuts HERE.

Still have questions? Visit our FAQ Page.

Step 2: Place Your Cutting Instructions

• Use the interactive online instruction forms below by selecting the species type to begin. It will walk you through each area of the animal.
• Or call our staff at 616-878-1578 to go through instructions with a professional who can answer any questions you may have.

Step 3: Picking Up Your Order

1. We will send you a text or give you a call as soon as your order is ready for pick-up.
2. Please pick up within 1-3 business days of receiving your notification that it is ready. (Storage fees might be charged on orders left here after several attempts to contact you.)
3. You will also receive a copy of your instructions with your product yield & price breakdown at time of checkout.
4. We are happy to help you load your product in your vehicle!

Texting with BCM: By choosing BCM as your processor, you are consenting to receive text messages concerning your order & pick-up information to the number provided by you through our online ordering form or the phone number provided by your producer. Keep in mind that standard message and data rates may apply and you can always reply STOP to opt out of future messages.

Current Custom Processing Pricing Breakdown:

Beef:

• Whole and Half: $0.71/lb. (Hanging Weight)
• Thirds and Split Halves (1/4 of Beef): $0.74/lb. (Hanging Weight)
• Beef Processing for Eighths: $0.76/lb. (Hanging Weight)

**Additional charges apply for all grinding ($0.15/lb.), optional patties (10 lb. minimum at $.70/lb.), and optional vacuum-sealed ground beef packages ($.40/lb.).

Pork:

• Whole Pigs: $0.71/lb. (Hanging Weight)
• Half Pigs: $0.74/lb. (Hanging Weight)

**Additional charges apply for patties ($1.30 per pound), grinding for sausage ($0.20 per pound), sausage/brat linking ($1.30 per pound).

**Smoking charges: our regular cure is $1.10 per pound and our all-natural cure is $1.40 per pound. Bacon slicing is an additional $0.35 per pound on top of smoking charge.

Lamb / Goat:

• Whole Lamb/Goat:$85 each
• Half Lamb/Goat: $45 each

Please keep in mind that the kill fee and carcass trucking fee will be included in your final processing total. This price varies per kill facility. Ask your farmer for more details!

Attention 4-H and Youth Fair Buyers: We are excited for the 2024 fair season and look forward to working with you on your custom processing for beef, pork, and lamb. Please add $.05/lb on to our regular processing prices for all fair animals. The work we do for fairs is in addition to our regular production schedule and this increase helps offset the additional expenses we have.

Purchase Freezer Pork from BCM!

Tired of running out of meat in your freezer? No need to coordinate with a farmer, you can order custom-processed whole or 1/2 pigs through Byron Center Meats to fill your freezer! Our pigs are Michigan-local and all-natural; a healthy option for your family! Customize how you’d like your pork processed or choose our popular standard options. A whole pork equals 65 meals for a family of 4 including chops, roasts, sausage, steaks, ribs, and more.

Regular Pricing (Meat and Processing):
– Whole Pigs: Avg. 200 lb. Hanging weight x $2.85 / lb. = approx. $570
– Half Pigs: Avg. 100 lb. Hanging weight x $2.95 / lb. = approx. $295

**Extra items:

– Smoking: Smoked hams & other cuts is an $1.10/lb., smoked & sliced bacon is an extra $1.40/lb., sausage patties or links is an extra $1.30/lb.

How to Place Your Order:

• Tap HERE to order. Select “purchase from BCM”. The form will walk you through the cuts.
• You’ll need to call or stop in to place your deposit– a $50 deposit per half is required. Your order will not be placed until we receive your deposit.
• You’ll receive a text/call of completion in about 3-5 weeks!

Get Started With Your Custom Processing Order!

Choose your species to see processing prices + begin placing your cutting instructions!