“The Meatery connects meat lovers with producers.”
- KEYC News Now
The Meatery in the News
We’re family farm powered:
We’re an online marketplace connecting small family farms and producers with home chefs looking for quality cuts of meat. All of our products are approved by our team of home chefs and producers, ensuring every bite is delicious. We’re revolutionizing access to better meat, straight from our producers to our customers’ door.
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Fertile Acreage Farm in Echo
WatchMinnesota Live - KSTP
Apr 12, 2024
“Lauren Andrego takes us to Fertile Acreage Farm in Echo to share how they raise their pigs a bit differently."
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Farm to consumer made easier
ReadFarm Progress
Nov 7, 2023
“Consumers visiting The Meatery website get to meet a collection of beef, pork and chicken producers and meat markets throughout Minnesota.“
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The Meatery in Mankato
WatchMinnesota Live - KSTP
Oct 12, 2023
“Today is National Farmers Day! We were joined by Mackenzie Drager of the Meatery in Mankato to learn about their mission of making high-quality, local meat more accessible.”
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Greater Mankato Growth names award honorees
ReadGreater Mankato Growth
Oct 4, 2023
“The Seamed in Success Award honors an outstanding business which has made a large impact and added value to the community and region.”
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Mankato startup gains great exposure at state Get-Together
ReadMankato Free Press
Aug 30, 2023
“Their team has been giving out free samples daily at their Minnesota State Fair exhibit.“
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The Meatery delivers community for consumers and producers
ReadMeet the Minnesota Makers
Aug 23, 2023
“Bringing the delicious world of small producers directly to you.“
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Connect Business Magazine May 25, 2023
The Meatery: an online store for quality meats
“The business was built on a foundation of family values and a passion for sharing meals together.“
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Greenseam Celebration of Agriculture - Jul 19, 2023
The Meatery is a versatile e-commerce marketplace that caters to a diverse audience, including meat enthusiasts (they call “meathusiasts”), businesses, and gift givers.
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The Get Deep Podcast - May, 2023
Colette Drager: president and co-owner of the incredible Meatery! Raised with a deep rooted love of great food, Colette’s upbringing on a farm in rural Minnesota fueled her desire to bring that same joy of quality food to her community.
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AURI News Podcast - Apr 05, 2023
In this episode, Colette Drager from The Meatery [Minnesota] chats about the dynamics of a family-run business, discusses partnerships with local producers, and provides a rundown of the company’s products and subscription boxes.
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Mankato Free Press - Feb 13, 2023
“The Meatery Started by Local Farm Families”
This novel farm-to-table idea by the Drager Farm families was years in the making. But the COVID pandemic and supply side issues due to the meat-packing industry lockdowns prompted a robust launch of The Meatery in April 2022.
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AURI News - Jan 18, 2023
“Fields of Innovation Innovator Profile”
AURI Connects: Fields of Innovation Innovator Profiles is a Q&A series with Minnesota entrepreneurs who have partnered with AURI.
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River Valley Woman - Nov 11, 2022
“The Meatery: Connecting Consumers & Farmers”
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