UNITED KINGDOM, Dec 15 — Down in Devon they take their meat extremely seriously and it isn’t unusual for people to drive 20 or 30 miles to stock up on the cuts of their choice- often from individual farmers or farm shops. It’s not really surprising when you consider how close the locals are to nature. They are all too well aware of all the factors which come together to produce that perfect Sunday roast or simple pork sausage. Some of these shops offer food as a lifestyle and additionally offer meat master classes, to pass on their wisdom
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own in Devon they take their meat extremely seriously and it isn’t unusual for people to drive 20 or 30 miles to stock up on the cuts of their choice- often from individual farmers or farm shops. It’s not really surprising when you consider how close the locals are to nature. They are all too well aware of all the factors which come together to produce that perfect Sunday roast or simple pork sausage.
Most farms tend to be family businesses which are passed down from generation to generation along with carefully bred herds and flocks. Decades and often centuries of finely honed experience lie behind the expertise which produces some of the very best meat available anywhere in the country.
Most individual farmers will have their own opinion about the best breeds for them to rear to produce the best taste and, once this has been decided, it is all down to careful husbandry and diet. They say “You are what you eat, “ about humans. Well, as one might expect, the same applies to animals. Lush, naturally fertilized grass is, of course, essential as well as the choice and quality of winter fodder. Devon’s famous red earth swede is just one example of a nutritious animal feed not available outside the South West.
Farmers will also be conscious of how much fat there is going to be on each animal. The supermarkets will normally be asking for meat as lean as possible to satisfy health conscious customers whereas savvy consumers know that fat performs wonders for flavor and can always be cut away prior to eating.
Finally, one should never underestimate the importance of animal welfare in delivering the best quality produce for the table. We are not just talking about the conditions the animals enjoy while on the farm such as their freedom to roam, but also how they are ultimately slaughtered. This is why many farms in the county even have their own abattoirs so they can monitor what goes on. There is ample proof that undue tension and distress do actually impact on the finished article.
When sourcing meat you should choose a farm shop that is caring, devoted and experienced in rearing and producing fine quality meats. Some of these shops offer food as a lifestyle and additionally offer meat master classes, to pass on their wisdom.
Farm shops in Devon are experienced and devoted to provide you with the highest quality of food.
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Choose a high quality <A HREF="http://www.dartsfarm.co.uk/farm-shop/farm-shop.html">farm shop</A> from the many available in and around Devon.
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