How to Fill Out Your Pork Cut Sheet Like a Pro

Filling out a pork cut sheet for the first time can feel a little bit like taking a surprise math test you didn't study for. You're staring at a list of options—shoulders, bellies, hams, and loins—trying to figure out how to turn a whole animal into the specific meals your family actually eats. It's a bit overwhelming, but honestly, it's the best part of buying meat directly from a farm. You get to call the shots, and once you understand the lingo, it's actually pretty fun. ...

February 8, 2026 · 7 min · Lapin Callaghan