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Taranaki & Surrounds
Riverside
Meat Processing
& Wild Game
Expert Meat Processing — Done Right
Expert Meat Processing — Done Right
Who We Are
Riverside Homekill is a family-run homekill operation based in Waitara, Taranaki. Expert aging, cutting, and packing done right.
Whether you're filling the family freezer or been out hunting, we deliver a clean, professional result every time. Eli holds an Advanced Retail Butchers Level 4 qualification and brings award-winning butchery skills to every job — from a standard cut and pack right through to gourmet and smoking cuts by consultation.
Farm to plate traceability — your meat comes back to you exactly the way you want it.
What We Handle
Beef, sheep, pork, venison, and small goods — we've got the know-how to get the job done. Specialty and gourmet cuts are available by consultation.
On-farm slaughter, stress-free. Our MPI-licensed slaughterman handles your beast with care — long-aged on the bone in our climate-controlled chiller with a minimum 10-day hang time. Cut and packed to your requirements via our beef cutting sheet.
Beef Cut SheetOn-farm slaughter available. Sheep and lambs processed and packed to your specifications. Whether you want a standard cut or something more specific, we'll work to your requirements.
Sheep Cut SheetPigs cut and packed to your requirements. Scalding available upon request. Bacon and hamming available.
Pig Cut SheetBring in your recreational catch and we'll handle the rest. Deer, boar, and any wild game processed to your spec. All wild game must be skin off with a reasonable level of hygiene upon delivery to the butchery.
The Riverside Difference
We've built our reputation on doing things properly — no corners cut, no excuses made.
Our facility is set up to handle your animal efficiently and hygienically. Professional results every time.
Farm to plate traceability — your meat is yours from start to finish. No mixing, just your meat back to you the way you want it.
Our operator is an NZ-qualified butcher holding an Advanced Retail Butchers Level 4 qualification, with award-winning skills recognised within the trade. MPI-registered and proud of it.
Our facility is based in Waitara and serves customers from across the Taranaki region and surrounds. Easy drop-off, clear communication.
Customer Reviews
Don't just take our word for it — here's what our customers have to say.
"Amazing service, couldn't have asked for anything better. Great communication & helped with all our questions due to having a child with severe allergies. Can't recommend enough."
"Best service and prices in New Plymouth."
Ready to book, or just want to ask a question? Fill in the form or give us a call — we're happy to chat.
Download Your Cut Sheet
Download, fill in your cut preferences, then either email it to Eli at eli.humphrey91@gmail.com before your booking, or print it out and bring it with you on the day.