With the renewed interest in a new but very old trade in the culinary world, we see a complete renaissance of butchery in america. The renaissance of the local Butcher is due to a perfect storm of “Big Meat” companies consistent delivery of feedlot packed, anitbiotic ridden , hormone induced livestock into the nations food system while the consumer demand for good quality local meats that are humanly raised, naturally pastured and support the environment with sustainable agricultural practices is increasing 20% per year.

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