Next pork restock 4/27/2026! Hog shares for Fall 2026 live in the store now! Serving Wise county & surrounding North Texas communities.
If youโre thinking about buying meat in bulk, one of the first questions is:
๐ โDo I even have enough freezer space?โ
Hereโs a simple, real-world guide based on what our customers actually use.
An example of our 10 cu. ft. freezer, full with a whole Kunekune hog and a whole Dexter beef.
Kunekune Hog
Kunekune Half Hog ๐ 30โ45 lbs. pork ๐ 3-4 cubic feet of freezer space
Kunekune Whole Hog ๐75โ90 lbs. pork ๐ 7 cubic feet of freezer space
๐ Most standard chest freezers can easily handle a whole hog.
Standard Breed Hog
Standard Breed Half Hog ๐ 100-125 lbs. pork ๐ 7 cubic feet of freezer space
Standard Breed Whole Hog ๐200-250 lbs. pork ๐ 10 cubic feet of freezer space
๐ Most standard chest freezers can easily handle a whole Kunekune hog.
Now that you know what fits, the next step is choosing your share.
Examples of small to medium to large sized chest freezers.
A simple rule of thumb:
๐ 1 cubic foot of freezer space = 15-20 lbs of meat (about the size of a very small microwave)
So:
- Small freezer (4 cu ft) โ half Kunekune hog + extra room
- Medium freezer (7 cu ft) โ whole Kunekune hog + additional storage
- Large freezer (10+ cu ft) โ bulk buying for a family
Want to see what a half or whole hog actually costs?
5 Cubic Foot Freezer
- Half hog fits comfortably
- Room left for extras
7-9 Cubic Foot Freezer
- Whole hog fits easily
- Space for beef, chicken, or restocking
10+ Cubic Foot Freezer
- Ideal for families buying in bulk regularly
๐ Most families are surprised how manageable this is.
Most families who check freezer space end up moving forward with a half or whole hog.
If this fits your freezer, the next step is choosing your hog.
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Your meat will come:
- Vacuum sealed (meat will last for up to 2 years)
- Individually labeled + weights
- Flat-packed for efficient stacking
๐ This makes it much easier to organize than most people expect.
You have a few easy options:
- Start with a half hog
- Upgrade your freezer (often $150โ$300 gently used -- we love Facebook marketplace to shop for used freezers with plenty of life left in them!)
- Split a whole hog with a friend or family member
๐ Many customers start small and scale up later.
Most families donโt need a new freezerโjust a little organization.
You can also start smaller with curated bundles.
Buying in bulk means:
- Fewer grocery store trips
- Consistent, high-quality meat
- Lower average cost per pound
- Full control over your cuts
๐ Once your freezer is stocked, meal planning gets a lot easier.
If freezer space was your biggest concernโฆ
๐ Now you have your answer.
Most families who check freezer space end up moving forward with a whole or half hog.
We serve families across DFW:
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
- Denton
- Wise County + all of North Texas
- Plus... nationwide shipping! (Small boxes under 20 lbs., hog shares -- call for quote)
๐ With farm pickup and local delivery options available.
If youโve made it this far, freezer space isnโt the issue anymore.
Weโre part of a growing network of local farms in North Texasโฆ