Farm to Table or Nose to Tail? Bringing Innovation to Meat Farming

Jennifer CurtisCo-founder of Firsthand Foods

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Jennifer and Tina have come a long way from their “sausage wagon” days, but their goal has remained the same: supporting local farmers in getting their meat on your kitchen table. Jennifer Curtis, the co-founder of Firsthand Foods, knows the importance of taking a risk alongside farmers.

Having a healthy relationship with the food you eat, including the knowledge of where it comes from, can prove to be incredibly transformative. It certainly has been in her life. From policy advocacy to direct relationships with farmers, consumers, and chefs, being vocal about improving the quality and sustainability of local meats is no small task for this B-corp-certified organization.

Firsthand Foods is working to change the narrative around local food ecosystems, one piece of meat at a time. You may even know some of their local partners – Bull City Burger, Pizzeria Toro, and Longleaf Swine to name a few. With over $1.2 million going to farmers in 2022, they’re just getting started in amplifying the impact of sustainable meat-sourcing practices.

Find out how you can get the best meats around on your table for your next meal at https://firsthandfoods.com/

5 Key Takeaways from this Episode:

1. First Hand Foods is a meat distribution company that focuses on sourcing local, sustainable, and high-quality meat from small-scale farmers.

2. The founders of First Hand Foods, Jennifer Curtis and Tina Prevatte, started the company with the goal of creating a business model that supports small family farmers and promotes sustainable agriculture.

3. The company emphasizes building strong relationships with farmers, providing feedback on the quality of their meat, and offering fair compensation for their products.

4. First Hand Foods distributes their meat to chefs, small wholesalers, and direct-to-consumer through partnerships with restaurants, grocery stores, universities, and home delivery services.

5. The company is committed to transparency, sustainability, and positive impacts on society and the environment, as demonstrated by their B Corp certification and their focus on long-term integrity and ethical business practices.

It’s an honor to share Jennifer’s powerful perspective with you — may it help you along your creative and entrepreneurship journey (or as you prepare your next meal for the holidays!).

Please hustle responsibly,

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