{"product_id":"woodlands-raised-berkshire","title":"Woodlands raised Berkshire Pork Shares **Deposit Only**","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWoodland-Raised Berkshire Pork Shares\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to fill your freezer with flavorful, locally raised pork? Our Berkshire pigs are raised in a natural woodland environment where they have the freedom to root, forage, explore, and rest as pigs were meant to. We believe healthy animals produce exceptional pork, which is why we focus on providing a low-stress environment and raising every pig with care from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur pigs are supplemented with a non-GMO feed while growing at a natural pace, allowing them to develop the marbling, tenderness, and rich flavor Berkshire pork is known for. When you purchase a pork share from Pleasant Valley Pastures, you can feel confident knowing exactly where your food comes from and the family who raised it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchasing a half or whole hog is one of the most economical ways to stock your freezer with premium pork. Not only will you enjoy a variety of cuts for months to come, but you'll also have the opportunity to customize your order by selecting the cuts, sausage flavors, bacon thickness, and other options that best fit your family's preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePricing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$4.55 per pound based on hanging weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eButcher processing fees are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanging weight is determined by the butcher after processing and is used to calculate the final purchase price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEstimated Take-Home Meat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole Hog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimated packaged meat: \u003cstrong\u003e155–210 pounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalf Hog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimated packaged meat: \u003cstrong\u003e75–100 pounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery animal is different, so these are estimates. We work hard to raise consistent, high-quality hogs, but final weights will naturally vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eButcher Processing Fees\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing fees are paid directly to the butcher and vary depending on the cuts and specialty items you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimated processing costs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalf Hog:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately $175\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole Hog:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately $300\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProcessing Schedule\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProcessing dates and butcher location will be announced once scheduled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Process Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve your half or whole hog with a deposit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your processing date approaches, we'll contact you to complete your custom cut sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter your hog is processed, the butcher will provide the hanging weight, and we'll send your final invoice for the pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing typically takes about two weeks. Once the butcher confirms pickup is ready, we'll email you with pickup instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll pay Pleasant Valley Pastures for your pork and pay the butcher directly for the processing fees when you pick up your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReserve Your Pork Share\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour deposit reserves a hog for a future processing date—it is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e the final purchase price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your hog has reached processing weight, we'll contact you to complete your order, finalize your cut selections, and collect the remaining balance before pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've never purchased a pork share before, don't worry—we're happy to walk you through the process and answer any questions along the way. Our goal is to make buying local, freezer-ready pork simple, transparent, and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pleasant Valley Pastures","offers":[{"title":"Whole-Pig deposit \/ Spring 2027 - Location and Dates to be announced soon","offer_id":49998118682922,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Half-Pig deposit \/ Spring 2027 - Location and Dates to be announced soon","offer_id":49998118715690,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/9594\/0394\/files\/IMG_8659.jpg?v=1739505288","url":"https:\/\/shop.pleasantvalleypastures.com\/products\/woodlands-raised-berkshire","provider":"Pleasant Valley Pastures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}