How-to Split Half a Pork Share

Going in on a half share is a great way to try out bulk buying from a farm. Many farms, including ours offer a discount on the half and whole shares. One of the most frequently asked questions I get is how should we split a half share? There are many combinations but the basic ways to split a half share into 2 quarters is front vs back or split it as a mix. Most people prefer to split it as a mix but I know quite a few who prefer the “Sausage and Bacon Quarter”. 

Front Vs. Back Shares

Front:

Boston Butt Roast

Picnic Shoulder Roast

Country Style Ribs

Baby Back Ribs/ Spare Ribs

Pork Chops

Loin roast/ Chops

Bacon/ Pork Belly

Back: (we call this Sausage & Bacon ¼)

Hams and or Ham Steaks (fresh or smoked)/ Ground for Fresh or Sausage

Bacon / Pork Belly

Pork Chops

Loin roast/ Chops

Hocks/ ground

Mixed Shares

Mix #1:

Boston Butt Roast

Country Style Ribs (or Baby Back/ Spare Ribs)

Pork Chops

Loin roast/ chops

Bacon/ Pork Belly

Sausage (or you could each get a half ham/ ham steaks)

Mix #2:

Picnic Shoulder Roast

Baby Back/ Spare Ribs or (Country Style Ribs)

Pork Chops

Loin Roast/ Chops

Bacon/ Pork Belly

Sausage (or you could each get a half ham/ ham steaks)

Then decide which of you will get the pork tenderloin roast and who gets the hocks and whether or not you want the heart, liver, and lard.

If you are ordering through us at Seacoast Farmhouse please indicate on your reservation form both parties name and contact info so we can keep everyone informed. When it comes time to fill out the cut sheet we will ask how you decided to split and make note so we can help ensure everyone receives the proper order.

If you want to learn about the different cuts you can check out this post Cuts of Pork or email me at Seacoastfarmhouse@gmail.com if you would like our CSA info booklet that has descriptions about all the cuts as well as how to fill out the cut sheet and storage tips and tricks.