Venison processing

Get the most out of your deer harvest by learning all the meat cuts & the best use for each with this guide, processing chart, & recipe suggestions.

Hunting on the homestead is not about trophies, it’s about filling our freezers with wild game. While using a local meat processor is convenient. It’s quite costly and the wait can be long. We’ve found many benefits to processing our own meat at home. We cut the meat to exactly our needsand standards. We waste less. It's an investment into our farm! The equipment lasts for years, not just until the meat is gone. With the right venison processing tools, the job is so much easier.

Learn how to identify venison cuts and learn how to cook them properly. A complete guide of deer cuts.

Make the best classic homemade venison summer sausage with rich flavors, perfect seasoning, and a smoky finish. Try this easy recipe today!

"There are numerous ways to process venison, but one method that’s a hit with just about everyone—kids and supposed venison-haters included—are deer sticks. Of course, every self-processing hunter, meat locker, and game processor has their own favorite recipes… Here’s one that I produce in my own kitchen that’s easy, minimizes mess, and yields tasty results. " -Aaron Ambur

This homemade venison jerky recipe is packed with bold flavor and easy to make using a dehydrator, oven, or smoker. Perfectly seasoned, naturally lean, and free from artificial additives, it’s the ultimate protein-packed snack for any adventure.

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Stocking the fall pantry ensures a stress free season. At Kowalski Mountain, we do our deer processing at home. It's one of the ways...