Originally Posted by wallyuwl
I am looking to buy a 1/2 beef, half hog, and maybe some chickens from local (within 90 miles) farmers. Never bought direct before. From those that have done this before, anything I should know?
Most local butchers will have a handful of farms that they deal with, and will recommend. The butcher will also be happy to go through a cut sheet with you, and explain all the different options to you (thickness of cuts, what you can get for roasts vs. ground, etc).