Meat Processing

Our equipment recommendations are based on a long-standing family tradition of meat processing as well as many years of experience in helping others through our retail store. If you’re looking for something we don’t have on hand at the moment or if you need a size that we don’t stock, we’d be glad to special order something for you.

1 – Handsaw

To break down the carcass, a hand meat saw with a tightening cam is a recommended tool to have.

2 – Grinder

Every butcher needs a grinder, and we recommend LEM’s Big Bite Grinders. With a revolutionary auger design, these grinders can handle larger cuts of meat faster than others models on the market, without getting clogged up—and with virtually no stomping. Plus, they come with a 5-year warranty and free phone support.

3 – Mixer

To achieve a thoroughly mixed meat without compromising its texture, a mixer is a necessary tool. LEM’s Big Bite Tilt Meat Mixers come with a fully removable tub for easy cleaning and can be easily attached to the grinders above.

4 – Stuffer

Kielbasa, ring bologna, snack sticks, summer sausage... sounds amazing, doesn’t it? With a stuffer, the possibilities of what to stuff are endless, making meat processing an even more thrilling endeavor. Our stainless steel LEM stuffers with stainless steel tubes are built to last and make stuffing fun and easy for years to come.

5 – Slicer

With a table-top slicer, you can effortlessly prepare jerky and serve cheese and various deli meats, such as summer sausage and bologna, with consistent slices.

6 – Vacuum Sealer

Vacuum sealers are a must-have tool for anyone looking to extend the shelf life of their meat. They work by removing air from the packaging, preventing freezer burn and keeping food fresh for longer.

7 – Smoker

If you’re looking to add an authentic smokehouse flavor to your meats, consider using an outdoor smoker. We carry a variety of backyard smokers that are perfect for sausages, snack sticks, and bolognas and even offer free private demos.

Our equipment recommendations are based on a long-standing family tradition of meat processing as well as many years of experience in helping others through our retail store. If you’re looking for something we don’t have on hand at the moment or if you need a size that we don’t stock, we’d be glad to special order something for you.

3 Smart Reasons to Process Your Own Meat

Quality

Many hunters are processing their own game simply because they are tired of having their venison thrown into a big batch at the butcher shop and not knowing what’s in their meat. It’s hard for a commercial butcher to keep every hunter’s deer separate, so most of them will combine the deer from multiple customers and then divide them by weight. When one hunter doesn’t care for their kill like they should, it affects the quality of everyone’s meat.

Cost

Once the equipment is paid for, your out-of-pocket cost to butcher and process a deer will be much less if you do it yourself. Would you think of renting a rifle or bow every time you go hunting? If you plan to process meat every year, we think it makes sense to buy your own processing equipment instead of “renting” your butcher’s equipment.

Story

Every hunter dreams of taking down that big buck, but we believe hunting stories don’t end with the kill. There is great satisfaction in eating steaks and bologna which you’ve prepared with your own hands.

Meat Processing Bookshelf