Frequently asked questions
Everything people ask us about wild boar meat, ordering and shipping.
Can't find your answer? Call 254-315-1289 or send us a message.
What is the difference between wild boar, feral hogs and pork?
Biologically they are all Sus scrofa. "Pork" in a store comes from domestic pigs raised on farms. Texas "wild boar" and "feral hogs" are the same animal: free-living pigs descended from escaped domestic stock and Eurasian wild boar. Living wild makes them leaner, more muscular and darker-fleshed than farm pigs, with a richer flavor.
What does wild boar taste like?
Richer and sweeter than pork, with a nutty, slightly earthy flavor — somewhere between pork and venison. It is not strongly "gamey" when it is handled quickly and cleanly. Flavor varies a little with the hog's diet and the season.
Are your hogs really wild?
Yes. Every hog is a free-ranging Texas feral hog. The meat we sell for people comes from hogs that are trapped alive on farms and ranches, held briefly at our pen and processed at our plant. How we source and process.
Is wild boar meat inspected?
Meat we sell for people comes only from live-captured hogs that are inspected alive before slaughter and again after slaughter. Hogs shot in the field cannot be sold as meat for people in the US, so hunter-harvested hogs go to pet food.
Is wild boar safe to eat? What temperature should I cook it to?
Yes, when it is cooked properly. Feral swine can carry parasites such as Trichinella, so cook all wild boar to at least 160°F (71°C) in the thickest part, measured with a thermometer, and rest it a few minutes. Wash hands, boards and knives after handling raw meat.
Do your hogs get hormones or antibiotics?
No. They are wild animals that are never raised or fed on a farm, so they are never given hormones, antibiotics or feed additives.
How do I order?
Use the order form or call 254-315-1289. We call to confirm stock, weights and the ship date, and take payment by phone. Nothing is charged on the website.
Will my meat arrive frozen?
It ships frozen solid, vacuum sealed, in an insulated cooler with dry ice. Most boxes arrive still frozen; some packs may have softened but should still be refrigerator-cold. Shipping details.
Which states do you ship to? Alaska and Hawaii?
All 50 states. Alaska and Hawaii carry a $35 surcharge. We cannot ship to PO boxes, APO/FPO addresses or outside the United States.
How much does shipping cost?
Free on orders over $199; a flat $39.95 for smaller orders. Whole hogs and wholesale orders ship by freight, quoted separately.
What if my box arrives thawed or damaged?
Call us within 24 hours of delivery and send photos. If the meat is not safe to use, we replace or refund it.
How long does wild boar keep?
Up to 12 months in the freezer at 0°F. Once thawed in the refrigerator, cook it within three days.
How should I thaw it?
In the refrigerator: overnight for 1 lb packs, 24–48 hours for roasts, 2–4 days for a whole hog in a cold cooler. For a faster thaw, submerge the sealed pack in cold water and change the water every 30 minutes.
How much should I order per person?
About 1/2 lb of boneless meat or 3/4 lb of bone-in cuts per adult. For a whole-hog roast, plan about 1 lb of dressed weight per guest.
Can I pick up my order?
Yes — at our plant in Hubbard, TX, by appointment. Pickup details.
Do you sell to restaurants and stores?
Yes. See our wholesale program for case packs, carcasses and a price list.
Can I feed wild boar to my dog or cat?
Yes. Wild boar is a popular novel protein for pets with food sensitivities. See wild boar for pets.
Can I send wild boar as a gift?
Yes. Put the recipient's address on the order form and your gift message in the notes; we leave prices off the packing slip.