The formula to calculate the Beef Yield (BY) is:
\[ BY = \left(\frac{LW \times DP}{100}\right) \]
Where:
Beef yield refers to the amount of usable meat that is obtained from a cow or steer after it has been slaughtered and processed. It is usually expressed as a percentage of the animal’s live weight. Factors that can affect beef yield include the animal’s breed, age, sex, feed, and how it was raised. The yield can also be influenced by the method of butchering and the cuts of meat that are produced.
Let's assume the following values for two examples:
Using the formula:
\[ BY = \left(\frac{1200 \times 62}{100}\right) = 744 \, \text{lbs} \]
The Beef Yield is 744 lbs.
Using the formula:
\[ BY = \left(\frac{800 \times 60}{100}\right) = 480 \, \text{kg} \]
The Beef Yield is 480 kg.
