Tag: ground beef
Interested in starting a meat processing business? Whether you’re early in your research, planning to open a new plant, or expanding an existing operation, explore our blog for practical information, real-world guidance, and stories of hardworking Americans who are getting after it.
At Friesla, we’re helping farmers, ranchers, and entrepreneurs build independent meat processing businesses in communities across the country. Explore our resources on starting a meat processing business, the basics of meat processing, USDA inspection requirements, available grants and funding opportunities, and other practical information on building and running a successful operation.
Posted September 30, 2025
Beef Cut Sheet Guide: Tips for Consumers & Processors
When you order bulk beef—whether a half, quarter, or whole animal—your processor will usually ask you to fill out a beef cut sheet. This order…
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Posted August 29, 2025
Beef Cuts Explained: Primals, Steaks, Roasts & Ground Beef
Beef goes way beyond burgers, steaks, and roasts—it’s a whole world of flavors, textures, and cooking methods, all influenced by where the cut comes from…
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Posted July 31, 2025
Meat Packaging 101: Equipment, Strategies & Tips for Independent Processors
Meat packaging might not be glamorous, but it’s among the most important considerations for independent meat processors. It affects a lot—from facility layout and equipment…
Read More
Posted June 30, 2025
Understanding Meat Processing Weights: Live Weight, Hanging Weight & Packaged Weight
There are three types of meat processing weights that processors use: live weight, hanging weight, and packaged weight. Whether you’re a processor or a customer…
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Posted April 15, 2025
Tips for Buying Meat from Local Producers and Processors
More Americans are buying local meat directly from farmers, ranchers, and independent processors who they trust. This supports local agriculture and provides access to high-quality…
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Posted February 28, 2025
Where, How, To Whom? Thinking About Sales as an Independent Meat Processor
Meat processors are passionate about craft butchery and high-quality meat production, but some can overlook a key reality: where, how, and to whom will they…
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Interested in starting a meat processing business? Whether you’re early in your research, planning to open a new plant, or expanding an existing operation, explore our blog for practical information, real-world guidance, and stories of hardworking Americans who are getting after it.
At Friesla, we’re helping farmers, ranchers, and entrepreneurs build independent meat processing businesses in communities across the country. Explore our resources on starting a meat processing business, the basics of meat processing, USDA inspection requirements, available grants and funding opportunities, and other practical information on building and running a successful operation.
Posted September 30, 2025
Beef Cut Sheet Guide: Tips for Consumers & Processors
When you order bulk beef—whether a half, quarter, or whole animal—your processor will usually ask you to fill out a beef cut sheet. This order…
Posted August 29, 2025
Beef Cuts Explained: Primals, Steaks, Roasts & Ground Beef
Beef goes way beyond burgers, steaks, and roasts—it’s a whole world of flavors, textures, and cooking methods, all influenced by where the cut comes from…
Posted July 31, 2025
Meat Packaging 101: Equipment, Strategies & Tips for Independent Processors
Meat packaging might not be glamorous, but it’s among the most important considerations for independent meat processors. It affects a lot—from facility layout and equipment…
Posted June 30, 2025
Understanding Meat Processing Weights: Live Weight, Hanging Weight & Packaged Weight
There are three types of meat processing weights that processors use: live weight, hanging weight, and packaged weight. Whether you’re a processor or a customer…
Posted April 15, 2025
Tips for Buying Meat from Local Producers and Processors
More Americans are buying local meat directly from farmers, ranchers, and independent processors who they trust. This supports local agriculture and provides access to high-quality…
Posted February 28, 2025
Where, How, To Whom? Thinking About Sales as an Independent Meat Processor
Meat processors are passionate about craft butchery and high-quality meat production, but some can overlook a key reality: where, how, and to whom will they…