Kelly Hart, co-owner of Schroeder Meats in New Germany, Minnesota, shares her journey from starting a hobby farm to acquiring a 30-year-old butcher shop with her husband Jeremy. Initially seeking a lifestyle change to keep her husband closer to home, Kelly dives into the meat processing industry. Join Julie and Kelly as they discuss the homesteading realities, the art of butchery, and the importance of community in this heartwarming and informative episode.

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00:00 Meet Kelly Hart: Entrepreneur, Homeschool Mom, and Butcher Shop Owner

00:39 From Hobby Farm to Butcher Shop: A Family's Journey

03:44 Embracing the Homesteading Lifestyle

08:41 The Challenges and Rewards of Starting a Meat Processing Business

09:59 Building Community Through Quality Meat and Relationships

16:27 Integrating Family into the Business: Roles and Reflections

20:30 The Art of Butchering: Respect for the Process

24:54 Supporting Local Farms: The Importance of Knowing Your Food Source

27:24 Learning the Ropes: Transitioning into Business Ownership

31:58 Balancing Motherhood, Business, and Self-Care

35:24 The Power of Community and Family Support

38:09 Favorite Cuts and Culinary Preferences

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