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5 Steps to Better Quality Venison from the Field
Episode 182
Thursday, 9 October, 2025
In this episode, Nick Otto discusses five essential steps to ensure the best quality venison aftera successful hunt. He emphasizes the importance of shot placement, quick recovery, thoroughfield dressing, proper cleaning and chilling, and effective packing and freezing methods. Eachstep is crucial for maintaining the quality of the meat and ensuring a successful outcome fromthe hunt.The hardest part of hunting is often getting on the animal, as it requires patience, skill, andunderstanding of wildlife behavior. Once the opportunity arises, shot placement becomes crucialfor ensuring a quick, ethical dispatch and maintaining the quality of the meat. After the shot, afast recovery is vital to prevent loss of meat quality. Thorough field dressing helps remove heatand bacteria, while promptly chilling the meat is essential for preserving its freshness. Propercleaning during processing prevents contamination and spoilage, and careful packing andfreezing help avoid freezer burn. Using a vacuum sealer can further maintain meat quality overtime. Throughout the entire process, working in a clean environment and keeping knives sharpare key to efficient and effective butchering.Show Partners:Umai DryInstagram: @umaidryWebsite: bit.ly/3WhfnnXSign up for the newsletter for 10% offTieBossInstagram: @tiebossllcWebsite: https://tieboss.com/pod?ref=pod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
