Coming up on today’s episode — we’re diving back in with The Meat Specialist himself, Rafael Ramirez! From the butcher’s block to boardrooms across the globe, Rafael has carved out a bold and dynamic career in the red meat industry. With a razor-sharp focus on quality, consistency, and innovation, he’s not just shaping meat businesses—he’s transforming them.

Whether it’s technical training in Australia or market insights for international partners, Rafael brings a global perspective and hands-on expertise that’s hard to match. If you’re in the meat game—or just curious about what makes this industry tick—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.

Coming up on today&rsquo;s episode&nbsp;&mdash; we&rsquo;re diving back in with&nbsp;The Meat Specialist&nbsp;himself, Rafael Ramirez! From the butcher&rsquo;s block to boardrooms across the globe, Rafael has carved out a bold and dynamic career in the red meat industry. With a razor-sharp focus on quality, consistency, and innovation, he&rsquo;s not just shaping meat businesses&mdash;he&rsquo;s transforming them.
Whether it&rsquo;s technical training in Australia or market insights for international partners, Rafael brings a global perspective and hands-on expertise that&rsquo;s hard to match. If you&rsquo;re in the meat game&mdash;or just curious about what makes this industry tick&mdash;this is one conversation you won&rsquo;t want to miss.

Join Meat & Livestock Australia’s Retail Manager and Corporate Butcher Doug Piper as he chats with a variety of butchers and industry representatives as they share their thoughts and experiences on issues and events that are happening in the Australian Independent Retail Butcher channel.

Join Meat &amp; Livestock Australia’s Retail Manager and Corporate Butcher Doug Piper as he chats with a variety of butchers and industry representatives as they share their thoughts and experiences on issues and events that are happening in the Australian Independent Retail Butcher channel.

Australian Butchers‘ Guild Podcast

Join Meat & Livestock Australia’s Retail Manager and Corporate Butcher Doug Piper as he chats with a variety of butchers and industry representatives around issues and events that are happening in the Australian Independent Retail Butcher channel.

ABG EP 52 -  Part 2- Global Cuts & Local Impact: Rafael Ramirez’s Journey from MSA Advocate to International Meat Industry Mentor

From selling beef and lamb to butchers to burning the midnight oil behind the scenes, Brandon Aiken and Mark Field talk life in the meat game. No fluff — just real butchers, real opinions, and real industry insight. Don't miss this one!!

From selling beef and lamb to butchers to burning the midnight oil behind the scenes, Brandon Aiken and Mark Field talk life in the meat game. No fluff &mdash; just real butchers, real opinions, and real industry insight. Don't miss this one!!

ABG Podcast Ep 59 - Inside the Meat Game: Real Talk with Fieldy & Brando.

Doug Cross isn’t just shaping the future of meat retailing on the Tablelands — he’s now expanding his impact even further with the recent purchase of the old Innisfail Meat Works. We dive into what this bold move means for local producers, regional job opportunities, and the long‑term sustainability of Northern Queensland’s supply chain.

Doug Cross isn&rsquo;t just shaping the future of meat retailing on the Tablelands &mdash; he&rsquo;s now expanding his impact even further with the recent purchase of the old Innisfail Meat Works. We dive into what this bold move means for local producers, regional job opportunities, and the long‑term sustainability of Northern Queensland&rsquo;s supply chain.

ABG Ep 58 - The Butcher Who Bought a Meat Works.

Listen in as I chat with Michael Honeysett, General Manager of Craig Cook’s Prime Quality Meats — a business widely respected for its commitment to quality, consistency, and traditional butchery.
As General Manager, Michael plays a critical role in leading the team, maintaining high standards on the bench, and ensuring the business delivers an outstanding experience for its customers every single day. His understanding of both the craft of butchery and the realities of running a successful meat business offers a valuable perspective for anyone in the trade.
In this episode, we talk with Michael about his journey in butchery, what it takes to manage and grow a high-performing shop, and how quality, leadership, and customer trust remain at the core of long‑term success.
So settle in and enjoy this conversation with Michael Honeysett from Craig Cook’s Prime Quality Meats.

Listen in as I chat with Michael Honeysett, General Manager of Craig Cook&rsquo;s Prime Quality Meats &mdash; a business widely respected for its commitment to quality, consistency, and traditional butchery. As General Manager, Michael plays a critical role in leading the team, maintaining high standards on the bench, and ensuring the business delivers an outstanding experience for its customers every single day. His understanding of both the craft of butchery and the realities of running a successful meat business offers a valuable perspective for anyone in the trade. In this episode, we talk with Michael about his journey in butchery, what it takes to manage and grow a high-performing shop, and how quality, leadership, and customer trust remain at the core of long‑term success. So settle in and enjoy this conversation with Michael Honeysett from Craig Cook&rsquo;s Prime Quality Meats.

ABG EP 52 - Part 2- Global Cuts & Local Impact: Rafael Ramirez’s Journey from MSA Advocate to International Meat Industry Mentor

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