Supporting local businesses has become increasingly important. Not only does it help the local economy, but it also supports local jobs and keeps the community thriving. Butchers are a local business that could use our support. Here’s why:

1. Buying meat from a local butcher shop ensures the meat is fresh and high-quality. Local butchers source meat from nearby farms. This means that the meat hasn’t been transported long distances, and sitting in a warehouse for days. The meat is fresher, tastier and healthier. Plus, a butcher can give advice on how to prepare and cook meat, helping you create a delicious meal.
2.  Supporting local butchers supports local farmers. When you buy meat from a local butcher, you’re indirectly supporting the farmers who raise the animals. This is important, because many small-scale farmers struggle to compete with larger-scale operations, and supporting them can keep them in business.
3. Supporting local butchers helps to reduce our carbon footprint.  Transporting meat for a long distance generates more emissions contributing to pollution. By purchasing meat from a local butcher, you’re reducing the amount of transportation required and supporting more sustainable farming practices.

Overall supporting local butchers is just one way we can help support our communities. By doing so we’re not only getting high-quality meat, but we’re also supporting local jobs and helping to reduce our carbon footprint. So next time you’re in the market for meat, consider visiting your local butcher shop. Your taste buds (and the environment) will thank you.