Equipment

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. After processing dozens of lambs, goats, pigs, and more chickens than I can count on our Indiana homestead, I’ve learned exactly what equipment matters and what’s just marketing fluff. Here’s the truth: you don’t need to spend thousands to get started. But investing in a few quality items will make the work safer, faster, and produce better results. ...

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. I’ve gone through a lot of knives. Budget knives that couldn’t hold an edge through a single lamb. Expensive knives that felt great but weren’t worth triple the price. And everything in between. Here’s what I’ve learned: the best knife is one you’ll actually keep sharp and use correctly. But some knives make that much easier than others. ...

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. If you’re processing your own meat, a vacuum sealer isn’t optional — it’s essential. The difference between vacuum-sealed meat and freezer bags is 6+ months of freezer life and zero freezer burn. But which sealer? The options range from $30 impulse buys to $1,500 commercial units. Here’s how to pick the right one for your needs. ...