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Innovation & Trends

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest in butchery innovation.

From new product development to exciting flavour trends and cutting-edge techniques, this section is packed with inspiration to help you create standout offerings. Discover new concepts, products and techniques, that will set your butchery apart. Find out what’s selling well for other members, explore what’s trending in different market areas, and gain valuable insights to help you stay competitive and innovative.

Keep your finger on the pulse of the industry with insights into emerging food trends, shifting consumer behaviours, and market movements. Whether it’s the rise of Korean BBQ flavours or the next big cut of meat, we’ll keep you informed so you can stay one step ahead.

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Looking for a quick way to add a premium feel to everyday ready-meal sides? In this exclusive Butchers Collective members video, we show three simple, high-impact ways to use Truffle Marinade to elevate potatoes into standout options customers love to pick up with their main cuts. From indulgent fries to rich dauphinois and creamy mash, these recipes are designed for busy counters - easy to prep, consistent to cook, and ideal for driving add-on sales.
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Discover how AVO® Maritop® sauces help butchers create quick, consistent and high-quality ready meals. In this members-only video, Peter shares top tips for maximising flavour, adding value and showcasing ready meals that customers will love.
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The festive season brings a welcome surge in trade - full order books, special cuts and first-time customers discovering your shop. But once the Christmas rush fades, how do you turn those seasonal spikes into steady, year-round growth?
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As the nights draw in and the festive season approaches, customers start seeking not only quality meat but also convenience, inspiration, and indulgence. For independent butchers, this is a golden opportunity to add value and in turn, boost margins, by offering complementary items such as vegetables, festive trimmings, ready-to-cook products, and retail extras.
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Porktober is back – a month-long celebration putting British pork in the spotlight throughout October. Get insights on how to amplify Porktober’s impact and remind customers to “put a bit of pork on your fork”.
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As the colder months set in, customers crave more than quality cuts of meat—they’re seeking warmth, comfort, and convenience. That’s where sous vide truly shines.
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Every autumn, the world turns its attention to Germany for the legendary Oktoberfest, a celebration steeped in Bavarian tradition, hearty food, and the unmistakable sound of clinking steins. Butchers have a unique opportunity to bring this festive atmosphere directly to their customers’ plates.
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With thoughtful planning and strategic marketing, these occasions can become valuable opportunities to drive sales and increase profits. In this article, we've highlighted key dates and events—along with practical suggestions to help you make the most of each one.
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Across Europe and in Ireland, brining has long been a trusted technique among butchers — enhancing both flavour and profitability. Yet here in the UK, it’s a method that has remained surprisingly underutilised. That’s beginning to change, and for good reason. For the modern British butcher looking to stay competitive, brining and tumbling offer clear, tangible benefits that are well worth exploring.
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Introducing two of our standout pH regulator products from AVO 'ERPU Gold’ and our clean label solution ‘Kulivano - FM20’. Perfect for a wide range of applications – from sausages and burgers to soups and much more – these innovative pH regulators are developed to:
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