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Alternative Ways to Sell Pasture-Raised Pork

Alternative Ways to Sell Pasture-Raised Pork

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by Teri Storey5 min read
EconomyLivestock Management

## Cooperatives, Meat Shares, and Community Buying Models For small-scale farmers, selling pasture-raised pork directly to consumers can be challenging. **High processing costs, fluctuating feed prices, and the need for consistent buyers** make it difficult to ensure profitability. Instead of relyi...

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Cooperatives, Meat Shares, and Community Buying Models

For small-scale farmers, selling pasture-raised pork directly to consumers can be challenging. High processing costs, fluctuating feed prices, and the need for consistent buyers make it difficult to ensure profitability. Instead of relying solely on farmers' markets or individual meat sales, alternative participation models—such as cooperatives, meat shares, and community-supported meat programs—can help streamline sales, reduce costs, and build a loyal customer base.

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