About Circuit Creek

Where are you located?
We’re located at 38 Groton Road in Hebron, New Hampshire.

When are you open?
We’re typically operating Monday through Friday and are available by appointment. 

What services do you offer?
We specialize in custom meat cutting for whole, half, and quarter beef or whole and half pork, and processing animals for local farms. Learn more about our services. 

Are you USDA certified?
Circuit Creek Meat is USDA-inspected, not USDA-approved. What this means is that we can sell wholesale to customers, but not retail (e.g., to restaurants or grocery stores). Have questions about your needs? Let us know.

How are animals slaughtered?
All animals processed by Circuit Creek Meat are humanely dispatched in a stress-free environment in a humane way. We follow all safe practices compatible with USDA standards. 

Where do you get your meat from?
Our beef comes from Hatchland Farm in North Haverhill, NH. Pork comes from various local sources.

Is the beef grass-fed?
The beef we offer through our custom-cut meat orders is raised locally and sustainably on a vegan diet that includes grass, grain, and corn.

Do you process poultry, rabbits, or wild game?
Sorry, we do not.

Do you smoke your own meat?
No, we have a partnership with Hermit Brook Farm for all our smoking orders. 

Do you sell meats at your location?
No, we do not sell any meats as we are a USDA-inspected facility.

Do you sell to restaurants?
For the same reason as above, we do not sell to restaurants. 

Do I have to live in New Hampshire to place an order with you?
No. We have clients from over New England. Come and see us!

Custom-Cut Meats

Do you sell whole animals?
Yes, we sell whole cattle and pigs.

How much meat can I expect from a whole beef?
Typically, a whole beef will provide about 800 lbs. hanging weight, including bones, fat, burger etc. After cutting, you’ll likely see about 500 lbs. of meat. There may be some variation and these numbers can fluctuate. 

Can I customize my meat cuts?
Absolutely! We offer fully customized cutting services to meet your specific preferences. 

How soon will my order be ready?
For custom-cut meat orders, your order will typically be ready within three months, depending on the time of the year. In the fall, we focus on processing animals for local farmers, as that work is time-sensitive.

What do I need to bring to pick up my order?
A truck or car with ample trunk space. Depending on the time of year and the distance you’re driving, you may want to bring some coolers for your meat.

How will my order be packaged?
All orders are packaged by cut, individually vacuum-sealed, and labeled in boxes. Safe handling instructions for the meat and date of processing are included. 

How long can I store my order in the refrigerator or freezer?
A unopened, vacuum-sealed package may be stored in refrigerator for approximately one week. Unopened meat packages stored in the freezer should last quite some time. 

Can you ship my order?
Unfortunately, we don’t offer shipping. 

Do you sell gift cards?
Yes! Contact us for more information. 

Do you offer subscriptions?
No, we do not offer subscriptions at this time.

Processing for Local Farmers

Can I bring an animal I slaughtered myself to you for cutting?
Yes, although we do ask that you arrange for this in advance. 

Can I bring my live animals to you? 
Yes, this is our preference. All animals need to be delivered the morning of processing.

Do you have holding pens?
Yes, we do have on-site holding pens as required by the USDA.

How will my order be packaged?
All orders are packaged by cut, individually vacuum-sealed, and labeled in boxes. Safe handling instructions for the meat and date of processing are included. 

Can you smoke parts of my order?
No, we do not do any smoking on-site. If you’d like part of your order smoked, we’d be happy to recommend some local options.

Are there any extra fees I need to know about?
No, there are no extra fees.

Policies

What forms of payment do you accept?
Cash or check. At the moment, we don’t accept credit cards.

Is there a return policy? 
We do not accept returns. 

What if something is wrong with my order?
In the unlikely event that something is wrong with an order, we would work to resolve the issue on a case-by-case basis.