#54 Jay Lobello - Korte Meat Processing | How a Small-Town Meat Market Became a BBQ Destination
Today, we step inside a legacy.
From a small-town butcher shop in Highland, Illinois, founded in 1969 by Alfred Korte and Don Richter… to a 54,000-square-foot powerhouse known across the country—Korte Meat Processing is more than a business. It’s a symbol of craftsmanship, consistency, and community.
With the world’s largest drying room, award-winning sausages, and a reputation as “The Best in the Midwest,” Korte has become a destination for competition pitmasters, deer hunters, and backyard legends alike.
But this episode goes deeper than the accolades.
Joined by Jay Lobello, we explore the…
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