Country Roads Meat Market

"Field to Freezer, the Right Way"

About Us

Country Roads Meat Market is a leading butcher shop located in Centerville, IA, and serving Appanoose County and the surrounding areas. Established in 2023, we specialize in providing high-quality local fresh meats, including brats, hamburgers, meat sticks, organic chicken, steaks, summer sausages, and more. Our butcher shop offers top-notch services such as beef processing, deer processing, lamb processing, hog processing, and meat processing. You can trust us for all your meat needs, whether it's for everyday enjoyment or special occasions. Visit our official Meat Locker for a wide selection of premium meats, or bring in your deer for expert processing. Country Roads Meat Market—your trusted destination for delicious meat products and exceptional service.

Areas Served

Appanoose County, IA | Centerville, IA | Moravia, IA

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Local Meats
Fresh Meats

Our Services include:

Butcher Shop: Premium cuts, expert craftsmanship, and locally sourced meats—your trusted neighborhood butcher.
Deer Processing: Efficient, clean, and custom deer processing to preserve your harvest with care and precision.
Beef Processing: Full-service beef processing with custom cut options to suit your family or business needs.
Hog Processing: From whole hog to specialty cuts, we offer expert pork processing with attention to detail.
Lamb Processing: Tender, flavorful lamb processing tailored to your preferences and handled with care.
Meat Processing: Custom meat processing for all types of livestock—quality, cleanliness, and satisfaction guaranteed.
Meat Market: Fresh, locally sourced meats available daily—steaks, sausages, roasts, and more.
Official Meat Locker: State-inspected meat locker offering secure, temperature-controlled storage for your processed meats.
Deer Hunting: Your hunting partner—offering field-to-freezer services and supplies for a successful season.

Our Products include:

Meat Sticks
Brats
Summer Sausages
Steaks
Hamburgers
Organic Chicken

Testimonials

On 2/6/2026 Ruth N. had this to say:
Only place we purchase meats from! The flavor is phenomenal. We have been customers since shortly after opening. I had the luxury of having farm fresh beef growing up in SW Wisconsin. My husband was raised on store bought beef. The flavor takes me back to my youth and my husband has mentioned how good it is! Flavor, texture, quality all in 1 piece of meat. I’m so thankful you started this business so we can enjoy the local beef. Again, the grind on the ground beef? Again takes me back to where I came from and the absolute best cheeseburgers ever that were cooked at the Blue Goose. If you know, you know. We have been able to replicate the cast iron pan crust on both sides and still have a juicy burger on the inside! Just like back home in a dive bar with the absolute best burgers ever. Thanks to the many staff who work hard to provide the quality cuts we enjoy as customers. And a HUGE shout out to the area farmers who raise the beef and care about their herd health and quality. Too bad 5 stars are the most we can give, your products deserve more. Testimonial written by Ruth N. on this site.

On 12/4/2025 Belinda Noel had this to say:
Recently went in and purchased several things. The hamburger was an 80/20 mix and didn't have the gristle that you find in other places. This burger was really well mixed and had the best flavor ever. Premium burger. Then I bought a chuck roast that was beautifully marbled. I used it to make a pot of beef barley soup, best soup I've ever made, the beef flavor was amazing. As the daughter of a butcher/meat cutter, I was brought up on good cuts of meat and know a little about that world. You can tell the they know their stuff and the place is immaculate. The staff are so friendly and treat their customers with warm greetings and respect. I thank you for opening your store to us with exceptional products.

On 11/26/2025 Russ Clarke had this to say:
Great spot to get fresh meats, honey and local Items. They also do a god job cutting Deer

On 11/6/2025 Bryce Anderson had this to say:
Best place to have your processing done! They do a fantastic job and are always so nice! Thank you so much for professional services!

On 9/14/2025 Lisa McGraw had this to say:
Wonderful selection, clean and very tasty!!!! Thank you CRMM!!!

Contact Us

Country Roads Meat Market
22304 230th Ave Centerville, IA 52544
Phone: (641) 437-9043
Email: countryroadsmeatmarket@gmail.com

Located in industrial park in Centerville

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, Personal Checks, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, SNAP EBT

Our Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

News

Butcher Shop Course 102.... "Fat-Tallow-Lard, Is There a Difference?"
This week's Butcher Shop lesson will hopefully help our followers gain some insight on a VERY popular topic of today AND answer a very common question that we get often. This lesson is ALL about Fat!
We have more and more people calling the locker asking if we sell Fat, or do we sell Tallow, or when they have a beef or hog processed, they will ask, can we keep the fat, or can we keep the Tallow? So what is our answer?
First, let's give out some definitions that will hopefully clarify the differences.
Let's start with Beef Fat!
BEET FAT... is RAW fat. It has NOT been cooked or rendered. This is what we CAN keep for our customers when processing their beef or what we can keep and sell to customers from our Inspected Beef.
BEEF TALLOW... is Rendered Fat (cooked fat). We do not render Fat at our facility. This is a completely different process that requires more licensing, equipment and space.
What is the process of rendering? Melting or slow cooking Beef Fat to strain and separate the pure liquid fat from the meat scraps (cracklings).
When beef fat is rendered, it has a beefy flavor. The pure liquid fat is great for high temperature frying and currently, several restaurants and even home kitchens, are moving in the direction of using rendered beef fat for their cooking oil.
Is there a difference in any of the fat that comes off the beef? YES!
In the picture of the hanging carcass, you can see a blue box around a large amount of fat. This fat is known as the kidney or suet fat. It is very nutrient dense and it is the hardest fat on the beef. When we are asked to keep the organ fat for a customer, it is very hard to cut through. It is the best for making lotions, pastries, and candles. It is found on the inside of the carcass cavity and as you can see in the picture, it contains the kidney.
PORK FAT... is RAW fat, NOT rendered. We CAN keep this for customers who have a hog processed and we can also sell it to customers.
LARD... is Rendered (cooked) Pork Fat. Rendering the kidney fat from a hog, is the best fat for making pie crust and pastries. It has a very neutral taste and smell.
We do NOT make or sell Lard. Again, this takes more equipment, space and licensing, but if you would like to purchase pork Kidney fat, also known as "Leaf fat" we can help you with that!
So, if you are looking for the raw fat from a beef or hog and want to order several pounds so you can do the rendering at home, it is best to call ahead to place an order. This helps us to know we need to save some fat when trimming out the beef or hog.
If you have a beef or hog being processed and want us to save and package the fat, we will do this, BUT it does take extra time and more cutting and packaging. So, we will keep the 1st 20 lbs for no charge, but anything above 20 lbs we will charge $1/lb for the extra work of cutting it up and packaging.
These fats are especially popular during deer season as many people want to mix in some fat to the very lean deer meat. It is also very popular for those who have started their own business using beef tallow for skin care, lip balm and other health and beauty products.
In times past, farmers who butchered their own beef made good use of everything from the beef and the fat was very important.
We hope that this short course can help our followers to know the difference between Fat, Tallow and Lard.
Most well finished out beef and hogs will have a good layer of fat, which is good for those who want to keep it. Just before Thanksgiving we processed some American Guinea hogs, which were an old heritage breed. The farmer told us that these hogs were really raised for their fat. Some hogs had around 70+ pounds of fat, which was unheard of to us!
Do any of you render your own beef or hog fat at home? If you do, what are you making with it? Let us and all of our followers know your experiences with Renderimg fat. We would love to hear from YOU!

Info

Deer Processing Pricing
Deer Cutting Instructions
Lamb Processing Info
Pork Cutting Instructions
Beef Cutting Instructions
Beef Processing Prices
Pork Processing Prices
Map with Landmarks

FAQ

What specialty meat products do you offer?

We make all of our own locally raised beef, pork & chicken. We also offer brats, beef sticks, summer sausage, breakfast sausage, smoked brisket and roast beef.

Do you provide meat processing services?

Yes, we offer comprehensive processing services for cow, deer, lamb, and pig, along with general meat processing.

Can I bring in my own deer for processing?

Absolutely! We welcome you to bring your deer to our Meat Locker for expert processing.

Where are you located, and which areas do you serve?

We are located in Centerville, IA, and proudly serve Appanoose County and reach customers all across Southern Iowa and Northern Missouri.

What makes your meats high-quality?

Our commitment to sourcing local, fresh products and prioritizing the best options ensures you receive the highest quality meats. We promote high quality meat and locally, as we do all processing here on site, cool the meat properly and offer it to our customers fresh. Our products do not have to travel and are not several days old once it is processed. This is where our high-quality comes from that our customers love!

Do you have an Retail Store?

Yes, we invite you to visit our official Meat Locker, where you can explore our wide selection of premium meats.

Can I purchase meats for special occasions or holidays?

Certainly! Our high-quality meats are perfect for everyday enjoyment and special occasions, ensuring a delicious experience every time. We appreciate our customers placing orders early to help us plan for the special occasion.

Do you take orders?

Yes we do, but we also appreciate at least a week or 2 advance notice to help us prepare.

Do you give bulk discounts?

No, we do not. We are purchasing the beef and hog directly from the farmer. We do not buy meat in bulk from a packer or company, therefore we are not able to give a bulk discount.

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