PRIMAL CUTS
There is a total of (8) Primal cuts of beef and within each of those cuts are sub-primal cuts.
Primal beef cuts include the Shank, Brisket, Rib, Short Plate, Flank, Round, Chuck, and Loin.
Each of the primal cuts are broken down into sub-primal cuts. Purchasing primal and sub primal cuts will save you money and allow you to have full control of your beef portion.