Following are some answers to these and other questions that are commonly asked about raising elk.
Elk provide a much broader range of market opportunities than most other common livestock.
The value of quality registered elk is similar to the value of quality registered cattle. It is a consistent, strong, proven market for a totally renewable resource. Typical velvet antler weights are 14-16 pounds per producing bull, with some producing much more. A bull will produce commercial quantities of velvet starting at about 2 years of age, and will produce for over 10 years. Since elk grow, then lose their antlers naturally each year, it is simple, safe, and painless to harvest, and causes the bull no distress.