Minnesota Pork Directory: Local Pig Farms & Bulk Shares

Find Minnesota pork farms offering pasture-raised pork, heritage breeds, individual cuts, butcher boxes, sausage, bacon, and whole or half hog shares. Buying direct helps you connect with local farmers, ask questions about how the pigs are raised, and choose the pork options that fit your household.

Popular Minnesota Pork Breeds

Minnesota pork farms raise a variety of breeds, each with its own flavor profile, marbling, and culinary strengths.

• Berkshire: Rich, juicy pork with exceptional marbling. Popular for chops, roasts, and grilling.
• Mangalitsa: Known as the "Kobe beef of pork," prized for its buttery fat and artisan bacon, charcuterie, and cured meats.
• Red Wattle: A flavorful heritage breed often favored for barbecue, smoking, and slow-roasted pork.
• Tempo: A modern genetic line known for producing consistent, lean pork with excellent meat quality.

Not all Farm Direct Minnesota producers raise the same breeds, so be sure to ask farmers about their genetics, feeding practices, and available cuts when purchasing pork.