Whole animal processing runs $1.00-$1.50 per pound hanging weight. Custom cuts and packaging add $0.50-$1.00 per pound.
Do butchers need special licensing in AB?
Yes, meat cutters need certification and facilities must be inspected by Fraser Health. Provincial meat inspection regulations apply to all commercial butchery.
Can I bring my own animal to a butcher?
Only if the animal was processed at a licensed slaughter facility. Home-slaughtered animals cannot be commercially processed.
What is the difference between a butcher and meat cutter?
Butchers typically handle whole animals and custom processing. Meat cutters work with primal cuts in retail settings. Both require proper certification in AB.
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