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The Chop Standards

Our promise to you - better meat starts with better standards.

What makes our proteins better

To earn a spot in our marketplace, an item must align with at least 4 of the 8 Chop Standards, verified through sourcing and production review.

  • Sourced from the US

  • Family Owned

  • No Antibiotics

  • Clean Label Ingredients

  • Humane Handling

  • Traceable

  • Regenerative Practices

  • Craft Butchery

Sourcing you can trust

We seek out farmers, fishers, and butchers who take pride in their craft — and who can tell you exactly where your food comes from. Our products are rooted in the communities they’re raised in.

  • US Origins - not mystery imports
  • Family-owned producers
  • Traceable from source to plate

Raising animals right

Ethical treatment isn’t optional. Our partners follow humane handling practices that prioritize animal well-being from birth to processing.

  • Humane handling at every stage
  • No antibiotics or hormones ever

Craft Butchery & Clean Labels

Every cut matters. We work with skilled butchers who respect the product, and we never hide behind unpronounceable ingredients.

  • Expert cuts from trained artisans
  • Minimal, clean ingredients
  • No artifical preservatives or fillers

Better for the Planet

We choose producers who regenerate the land and waters they rely on — ensuring future generations can enjoy the same abundance.

  • Regenerative farming methods
  • Responsible fisheries
  • Low-impact operations