Heritage Hog Shares Colorado-Raised Pork
Limited, ethically-raised Berkshire/Duroc hog shares from our family farm in Berthoud, Colorado.
half & whole Hog Shares
We raise a small number of heritage hogs each year — slowly, ethically, and with a whole lot of family hands involved. Our hog shares are the most affordable way to fill your freezer with rich, marbled, Colorado-raised pork you can feel good about serving.
Current price: $4.50/lb hanging weight (processing paid directly to the butcher)
WHY A HOG SHARE?
When you buy a hog share, you’re not just buying “pork.” You’re buying:
Heritage genetics (Berkshire/Duroc): Known for incredible marbling and flavor.
Ethical, small-batch care: Clean pens, calm animals, no crowding, ever.
Family-run Colorado farm: Locally raised and processed here in Colorado.
Custom cuts: Work with the processor (and us) to choose the cuts your family actually eats.
Freezer security: One decision, and your freezer is stocked for months.
We believe in transparency, zero-pressure conversations, and making this whole process feel simple and human.
HOW A HOG SHARE WORKS
You choose a half hog or whole hog.
Pay a $100 deposit to hold your spot.
We raise + finish your hog
Heritage-bred, slow-grown, cared for by our family here in Berthoud.
Processing at a local USDA butcher
You pay the butcher directly for processing.
We help you fill out the cut sheet, so you’re not guessing.
Fill your freezer
Pick up your pork from the processor on butcher day.
Take home beautifully packaged cuts ready for your freezer.
What Comes in a whole Hog Share?
Every hog is a little different, but a whole hog gives you the full range of cuts — the most variety and the best overall value. A typical whole hog includes:
Pork chops
Shoulder roasts & loin roasts
Bacon
Ground pork
Sausage
Ham or pork steaks
Ribs
Extra roasts, both tenderloins, both hams, full sides of ribs, and all cuts available only from a whole hog
You have complete control over your cut sheet — chop thickness, roast sizes, sausage flavors, package sizes, and more. We walk you through everything so you get exactly what your family cooks and loves.
Approximate finished meat:
A whole hog usually yields around 140–180 lbs of take-home meat**, depending on cut choices and your preferred processing options.**
This is the best option if you want to:
fill your freezer for the year
share with another family
get the most customization and value
What Comes in a half Hog Share?
Every hog is a little different, but a half hog typically includes a mix of:
Pork chops
Roasts (shoulder, loin, etc.)
Bacon
Ground pork
Sausage
Ham or pork steaks
Ribs
We help you customize your cut sheet so you get more of what your family actually cooks.
Approximate finished meat:
A half hog usually yields around 70–90 lbs of take-home meat, depending on how you choose your cuts.
Transparent Pricing
We keep our pricing simple and honest.
Hanging weight price: $4.50/lb
Deposit: $100 (applied toward your total)
Processing: Paid directly to the butcher (varies slightly by facility & cut choices)
What “hanging weight” means:
After the hog is harvested, the carcass is weighed before cutting into individual packages. That number is your hanging weight and is what we use to calculate your total.
FREEZER SPACE
You don’t need a walk-in freezer.
Half hog: about 4–6 cubic feet
Whole hog: about 8–12 cubic feet
If you can fit 6–8 full grocery bags in your freezer, you can fit a half hog.
If you can fit around 12–16 grocery bags, you’re in whole hog territory.
OUR FARM PROMISE
From our family’s farm to your family’s table, we promise:
Heritage genetics for exceptional flavor and tenderness
Calm, ethical handling with zero overcrowding
Transparent pricing and clear communication
Help at every step — from deposit to cut sheet to pickup
We’ve made the mistakes, learned through the growing pains, and built a system that we’d want if we were the customer.
hog share FAQ
What sizes do you offer? We currently offer half hog and whole hog shares. We do not offer quarter pigs.
How much do I pay up front? A $100 deposit saves your spot. The remaining balance (based on hanging weight) is due before or at pickup. Processing is paid separately to the butcher.
Do you castrate the borrows? Borrows will be cut at 4 weeks.
Do you offer payment plans? Not at this time. Payment is due in full before or at pickup.
I don’t know all the pork cuts. Will you help? Absolutely. We’ll walk you through the cut sheet in plain language — “more bacon or more ground?” “Do you cook roasts often?” — so you feel confident about what you’re getting.
Where do I pick up my pork? You’ll pick up your boxed and frozen pork directly from our trusted local processor on the scheduled butcher date. We’ll send you directions, dates, and reminders.
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Excited to Start Your Journey with Us?
We can’t wait for you to dive into the world of quality meat, healthy livestock, and valuable farming education! Whether you’re looking to buy our delicious pork, beef, and eggs, add some livestock to your farm, or learn more through our blog, we’ve got you covered. Just click the "Order Now" button on our website to explore your options. After you place your order, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details and any information you may need. Let’s embark on this journey together and make your farming and cooking
experience amazing!
