What is Half A Lamb?
The live weight of a lamb that is being slaughtered, is roughly 40-55kg. This yields on average 8-13kg carcass (Half lamb).
Half A Lamb Prices In South Africa
Half Fresh Lamb (Class A) R799.92 – R999.99.
Whole Fresh Lamb (Class A) R1,599.84 – R1,999.80.
Mixed Lamb Braai Chops (Class A) R95.00 – R189.99.
Fresh Lamb Stew (Class A) R85.00 – R169.99.
Fresh Leg Chops (Class A) .
Fresh Lamb Knuckle (Class A)
Fresh Loin Chops (Class A)
Fresh Forequarter Lamb Pack (Class A)
How much is lamb per kg in South Africa?
The average across South Africa for a kilogram of lamb chops works out at R159. 40.
What do you get when you buy half a lamb?
A half lamb/hogget box will contain: 2 leg joints (typically 1.0 – 1.2 kg) or as a single joint in the 4-person pack. 2 shoulders (typically 1.0 – 1.2 kg) or as a single joint in the 4-person pack. Rib Rack or Rib chops.
How big is half a lamb?
A half lamb consists of about 22-28 lbs hanging and 15-22 lbs cut and wrapped meat, though this can vary from lamb to lamb. You work with the butcher to choose your cuts, including chops, ground, stew meat, leg or shoulder roasts, riblets, rack, and more.