Tag: The Meating Place

More Americans are buying meat directly from farmers, ranchers, and independent processors who they trust. This supports local agriculture and provides access to high-quality meat—along…

A local meat processing business starts with a vision: an idea, answer to a question, or solution to a problem. What if you have this…

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…

Every Friesla Meat Processing System is different, and the goals and operational setups are diverse. But the one thing in common is that all of…

Local meat processing has gained attention in recent years partially because of backlogs during COVID, but also because it is recognized as a cornerstone of…

If you’ve considered starting a local meat processing business, you’ve likely thought, “But what will I do with all of the waste?” Rendering—the process of…

In an earlier post we went through how beef is raised and finished, but what happens after that? We’re glad you asked, because while we’re…

Craft butcher shops used to be a staple in communities across America. Consumers had access to fresh, locally-produced meat, hand cut by butchers they knew…