Farmers Coop Society breaks ground on Sioux Center meat shop

SIOUX CENTER, Iowa ( KCAU ) — The Farmers Coop Society (FCS) celebrated the groundbreaking of its full-service meat shop on Wednesday.

According to a release, the “Member’s Cut” venture is intended to support the community and contribute to a sustainable food supply chain.  Officials stated the shop will showcase premium cuts of beef and pork.

“We are excited to introduce Member’s Cut to our community and surrounding areas, offering premium quality, locally sourced meat that highlights the dedication of our cooperative members,” Director of Marketing and Communications at FCS Jen Sawyer said.

Many supporters attended the groundbreaking event, including key stakeholders, FCS’s contractor, MBW, members of the FCS Board of Directors, Sioux Center City officials, and senior leaders from FCS.

“Our vision for Member’s Cut is to be the heart of a sustainable, community-driven meat market,” Director of Member’s Cut Christian Fisher said. “We aim to provide our customers with premium quality, locally sourced meat, ensuring that each cut is a testament to our local farmers’ hard work and dedication. Our commitment to quality and sustainability is reflected in every cut, and we look forward to welcoming all customers to experience our premium offerings when we open later this year.”

The release states that Member’s Cut is expected to open during the fourth quarter of 2024. Updates and additional information can be found here .

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