Trusted Beef Processing in Southeast Georgia

Professional Livestock Processing. Rooted in Quality.

What We Do

Beef Processing Done the Right Way.

Serving Southeast Georgia’s farmers, ranchers, cattle producers, and families with professional livestock processing rooted in integrity, quality, and trust.

Whether you bring your own livestock or choose premium Hunter Cattle beef, every harvest is handled with care, precision, and a commitment to delivering quality you can trust.

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How It Works

Choose the Option That's Right for You.

Already have livestock?

Bring Your Own Cattle

Bring your cattle to Stilson Abattoir; we will professionally harvest, carefully process, & expertly package them with the quality & attention your investment deserves.

Don't have livestock?

Hunter Cattle Raised Beef

Choose from our premium, all-natural, grass-fed cattle raised by Hunter Cattle, then professionally harvested, processed, and packaged to your exact specifications.

Whole Cow

Ground Beef

Half Cow

Premium Steaks

1/4 Cow

& more available.

Need beef packaged for retail or resale?

Ask about our USDA-inspected processing and capabilities, including complaint labeling for products intended to commerce.

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You've Made Your Choice

Let's Get Your Harvest Scheduled.

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Schedule

Call or book online to select a date that works for you.

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Drop Off

Drop off your livestock at the scheduled time.

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Harvest & Process

Our team handles everything with care & precision.

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Pick Up

Pick up your meat, wrapped, labeled, and ready to go.

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Inside Stilson Abattoir

From Our Facility to Your Freezer

Handled w/ Care

We treat every animal with care & respect. Because it matters.

USDA Inspected

Our USDA-inspected facility meets the highest standards.

Skilled Butchers

Experienced hands cut each order with precision and consistency.

Ready for You

Beef is packaged with care, labeled & prepared for your freezer.

Every harvest is carried out with care, respect, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Because how an animal is handled matters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We've Got Answers.

Whether you’re bringing your own cattle or purchasing Hunter Cattle-raised beef, we’ve answered the questions we hear most often.

If you don’t see what you’re looking for, our team is always happy to help.

Do you only process cattle?

Yes. At this time, Stilson Abattoir processes beef cattle only.

How much does it cost to process a cow?

Processing costs vary depending on your cutting, packaging, and aging preferences. Contact us or sign up here for current pricing.

How do I reserve a harvest date?

Harvest dates are by reservation only. Reservations can be made by calling or scheduling online. A $25 non-refundable reservation fee holds your date and is applied toward your final bill. Cancellations should be made at least two weeks in advance.

What should I bring when dropping off my animal?

Bring your properly tagged animal during drop-off hours (2–5 PM the day before harvest). Your cut sheet must already be submitted, and birth records should be provided if applicable.

What is a cut sheet, and when is it due?

A cut sheet tells us how you’d like your beef processed. See an example here.

How much meat will I actually take home?

Final packaged weight depends on the animal’s size, hanging weight, trimming, bone removal, and your cut selections. We can help explain the differences between live, hanging, and packaged weight.

How long does beef processing take?

Processing time varies based on scheduling, USDA inspection, and your selected aging period. We’ll notify you when your order is ready.

How long do you age the beef, and should I choose extended aging?

Standard aging is 7 days and is included. Extended aging is available for $5/day per animal and can enhance tenderness and flavor while reducing weight slightly.

Can I buy a Hunter Cattle-raised beef instead of bringing my own?

Yes. You can purchase a Hunter Cattle-raised beef or bring your own animal for custom processing.

Can I customize how my beef is cut and packaged?

Absolutely! Your cut sheet lets you choose steak thickness, roast sizes, ground beef packaging, and other custom options.

Is Stilson Abattoir USDA inspected?

Yes. Our facility operates under USDA inspection to ensure food safety and quality standards are met.

Can you process my 4-H or FFA project animal?

Yes. We proudly process cattle raised through 4-H and FFA programs.

What happens if my animal is over 30 months old?

USDA regulations require backbone removal on cattle over 30 months of age, eliminating bone-in steak options. Birth records may verify age.

When and how do I pick up my beef?

Pickup is by appointment only. Pay your remaining balance before pickup. Orders should be picked up within two weeks to avoid storage fees.

Can I keep the organs, bones, fat, or other specialty items?

Items that pass USDA inspection may be available upon request. Condemned items must be discarded per USDA regulations.

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What Our Customers Say.

Trusted by local farmers. Recommended by families.

From scheduling to pickup, the whole process was easy and straightforward. Everyone was helpful, communicated well, and our beef was packaged exactly how we asked. We’ll definitely be back.

Jake M.

You can tell they genuinely care about how the animals are handled & the quality of the finished product. The facility was clean, They knew their stuff, & we felt confident leaving our cattle with them.

Amanda R.

Great experience all around. They walked us through our cut options, answered every question we had, and made the process simple. The meat turned out great and the customer service was even better. Freezer is stocked but I’ll be back.

Daniel T.

Ready to Schedule Your Harvest?

We’re here to serve you and your livestock with care, trust, & integrity. Choose your processing date and we’ll walk you through everything you need to know before drop-off.

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