Les viandes du Pontiac Slaughterhouse

 

In these uncertain times when it is more important than ever to encourage local purchasing, Les viandes du Pontiac slaughterhouse deserves to be known. Located in Shawville, the company offers quality meats from local farms where animals are raised free-range and fed only on grass. Beef, veal, lamb, goat, grain-fed chicken - all meat is 100% natural, hormone-free and chemical-free. The meat is vacuum-packed for maximum freshness. 

The slaughterhouse was opened in October 2018 by Alain Lauzon, already owner of the Ajara company and with 35 years of experience in the field of landscaping. "I've always dreamed of having a farm," says the 53-year-old businessman. He would like for people to recognize all the know-how and passion of the artisans in the agri-food industry, starting with the farmers, who work countless hours to bring the meat from the farm to the consumer's plate. "They are passionate people who love their work. The conditions are difficult. People think it's easy, especially with today's technology. But it's just the opposite. Working with animals, in the heat, it's not easy. Some days I have to change my shirt three times! You really have to have a passion for the job." 

Competition in the field is extremely fierce, so local businesses have to compete with the big names in the agri-food industry. However, the difference lies in the quality and freshness of the products offered. This is a point that Lauzon insists on, as he has the health of consumers at heart. Most meats ordered at the slaughterhouse are ready to be delivered in just a few days, except for beef. Depending on the size of the animal, the aging period required for this meat is 15 to 24 days. "But at least people have a quality product on their plate," Lauzon says. 

The state-of-the-art slaughterhouse is C1-certified, which means an inspector and veterinarian are on site on slaughter days to make sure everything is done properly and to control the quality of the meat produced. It should also be noted that the facility offers slaughter according to halal standards. 

For more details: https://abattoirlesviandesdupontiac.com/.