If you're a family who wants to know where your meat comes from, then keep reading...
Premium Beef and Pork, Raised Right Here in Bondurant
We solve the problem of not knowing your farmer. Every cut of meat we sell comes from animals born, raised, and cared for on our family farm. No mystery meat, no corporate supply chains—just quality you can trust from people you can meet.
Imagine NOT having to wonder where your meat comes from.
Picture opening your freezer and knowing exactly which farm your dinner came from. Imagine your kids understanding that food comes from real families who care about quality, not just profit. Think about serving your family meat that was raised with the same care you'd want for your own animals.
What would having a trusted farmer change for your family?
Confidence in every meal you serve
Teaching your kids about real food sources
Supporting local family farms
Knowing your meat was raised humanely
Getting premium quality at fair prices
Farm Fresh Meat - Individual Cuts & Bulk Orders
Born & Raised on Our Farm | Locally Processed | Direct from Farmer
Know Your Farmer | Premium Quality | Fair Pricing
Individual Cuts
Starting at Market Price
Perfect for trying our meat or supplementing your regular shopping. Choose from a variety of beef and pork cuts, all vacuum-sealed and labeled with our farm information.
What's Available:
Premium beef steaks and roasts
Ground beef (90/10, 85/15, 80/20)
Pork chops, roasts, and specialty cuts
Seasonal availability items
Payment Options: Cash, check, credit card, Venmo
Bulk Beef Orders
$3.55/lb Hanging Weight (prices subject to market fluctuation)
Stock your freezer with premium beef and save money. We guide you through the entire process from ordering to pickup.
Options Available:
Quarter Beef (~200-220 lbs hanging weight)
Half Beef (~400-440 lbs hanging weight)
Whole Beef (~800-880 lbs hanging weight)
What You Get:
Approximately 130 lbs take-home meat per quarter
Custom cutting instructions honored
Vacuum-sealed and labeled packages
8-12 months of meat for a small family
Total Investment: ~$1,100 for quarter beef (includes processing)
Bulk Pork Orders
$2.00/lb Hanging Weight (prices subject to market fluctuation)
Options Available:
Half Hog (~100 lbs hanging weight)
Whole Hog (~200 lbs hanging weight)
Deposits Required:
$100 deposit for half hog
$200 deposit for whole hog
Farm Fresh Extras
Speciality Farm Products
Prices Vary
Beyond our premium meats, we offer other products made right here on our farm.
Available Items:
Farm-fresh eggs from our 170 hens
Raw honey
Beef tallow products
Homemade seasonings
Fresh baked goods
Why Choose Shivers Farms
Over Other Meat Sources?
Our History: We've been farming this land for 65 years, with seven generations of farming experience in Polk County since 1830. This isn't a hobby—it's our life.
Our Experience: We raise our own kids on this farm the same way we were raised. We know what quality looks like because we live it every day.
Our Process: Animals are born here, raised here on pasture, and processed at trusted local facilities. You can visit anytime and see exactly how we do things.
Our Family: When you buy from us, you're supporting three generations working together and kids learning to be the 4th generation on this land.
Something Unique: We welcome visitors. Bring your kids, see our animals, ask questions. We want you to know your farmer.
Ready to Stock Your Freezer?
Book a Free Farm Consultation
Not sure which option is right for your family? Schedule a time to visit the farm, meet our family, see our animals, and get all your questions answered.
What You'll Get:
Personal tour of our farm
Meet the animals that become your food
Detailed explanation of our process
Help choosing the right option for your family size
No pressure, just honest answers
Allen Brendeland
“Ben and Emily are always super helpful. Known the family for quite some time so I rather buy local. Plus the prices are great.
I've gotten to introduce so people to good beef and pork. The kids are always entertaining, they're doing it right.”
Who We Are
Here at Shivers Farms, we believe every family deserves to know where their food comes from. We're not trying to be the biggest farm in Iowa—we want to be the farm our community trusts most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you still have questions? Let’s see if we can answer those below!
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Contact us to check availability
Choose your cuts and processing options
Pay deposit to secure your spot
We schedule processing with local facility
You pick up directly from processor
Pay final balance based on hanging weight
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Bulk orders typically take 2-3 weeks from processing to pickup. Individual cuts are available immediately when in stock.
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For bulk orders: Cash, check, or Venmo For individual cuts: Cash, check, credit card, or Venmo
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Absolutely! We love showing families around. Check our Facebook page for current visiting hours or contact us to schedule a tour.
Contact Us to Schedule a Tour
“I’ve experienced the best!”
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"....prices and quality of their meats are much better than I find at the store..."
Karen K.
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"'Everything we've tried has been excellent! We will keep buying from these folks!"
Wade Eddinger
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"Great tasting meats, huge selections of meats, great farm fresh eggs..."
Google Review
Is farm-direct meat really worth the investment?
We understand that buying directly from a farm feels different than shopping at the grocery store. Here's why families make the switch:
Quality You Can See: Visit our farm, meet our animals, see how they live. Compare that to not knowing anything about grocery store meat sources.
Value Beyond Price: Yes, our meat costs more per pound than grocery store meat. But you're getting restaurant-quality meat at wholesale prices, plus supporting local farming.
Family Connection: Your kids will remember visiting the farm where their food comes from. That's an education you can't put a price on.
Understanding Variable Pricing
Why Our Prices Change: As a small farm, we're affected by feed costs, processing availability, and market conditions. We always give current pricing when you order.
Getting the Best Value: Bulk orders offer the best price per pound and ensure you have premium meat for months. Individual cuts let you try our products before committing to larger orders.
No Hidden Fees: We're transparent about all costs. For bulk orders, you pay us for the meat and pay the processor directly for processing.
Contact us for current pricing and availability.
No obligation to buy.
We Can Only Process So Many Animals Per Year.
As a small family farm, we have limited processing slots throughout the year. Once our spots are filled, new customers have to wait for the next available processing date.
Why Order Now:
Processing slots fill up quickly
Seasonal availability varies
Best selection for bulk orders
Lock in current pricing