From Paddock To Plate: Why We Stick With Aussie Beef

If you’ve ever wondered why we only use beef to make our biltong and jerky, you’re not alone.

It’s a question we’re often asked and our answer has been the same for the forty years that we’ve been in this business.  It’s about managing the production chain so that you, the consumer, can have complete faith in the quality of what you’re buying, plus it’s about the bigger picture involving Australian agriculture.

DJays Gourmet has always been about quality, consistency and doing the right thing – by our customers, our community and the country we call home – and that’s why we only use premium Aussie beef for all our dried meat and fresh products.  We trust our local farmers – and that means you can rely on our beef and jerky being the best there is.

This article takes a close look at why DJays Gourmet only uses Aussie beef for its jerky and biltong, with particular focus on:

• The need to support Aussie agriculture
• Food safety
• Local production and community support

Supporting Aussie agriculture

All our products are made from the highest-grade Australian beef, sourced from dependable and trustworthy producers. 

But why do we stick with Aussie beef?

Everyone understands that high quality ingredients are essential for a high-quality end product – and that’s why we prioritise our supplier relationships and keep a very close eye on the entire food chain.  We only use quality natural ingredients in our products, and with Aussie beef, we know we’re getting the best.

The ‘paddock to plate’ journey is also a key focus area for the DJays team and it means we can maintain consistently high standards.

What does ‘paddock to plate’ mean?

You often hear the phrase ‘paddock to plate’ used in relation to the food journey between the source of food to its consumption.  The concept is often about sustainable and local practices and is becoming increasingly important and relevant as consumers look for transparency and connection to the primary producers.

Paddock to plate fosters trust and awareness about the food system and it creates greater understanding of how food is produced.  The flow-on benefits are significant including greater support for local communities, fresher, healthier food and reduced environmental impact.  It’s a concept we wholeheartedly support – and it’s really key to the production of our consistently good jerky and biltong from ‘paddock to packet’!

We know that quality of feed, the animal welfare and overall farm conditions influence the health and quality of the meat – which is why we only use premium Aussie beef from trusted suppliers.  Aussie beef is the best in the world – and by focusing on our amazing farming community and using the best beef in the world – we can bring you the best biltong in the world!  OK, that’s our opinion – try it for yourself and decide!

We have complete confidence in our local farmers and we love supporting Australian agriculture. 

Why supporting Australian agriculture matters

Supporting Aussie agriculture is good for everyone – the producers themselves, their communities, regional jobs and the broader agricultural industry – and it’s good for the country as a whole. 

If you think about it, every link in the ag chain—from ethical farming through to the production process and distribution of end products – plays a role in helping to build, grow and sustain a strong economy – and we’re 100% committed to keeping things local. 

Using Aussie beef gives us peace-of-mind – and we hope it does the same for you.  We have absolutely no doubts about where our meat comes from and we can guarantee that it meets our exacting standards in terms of taste, freshness and traceability. 

Consumers are also becoming far more discerning when it comes to the origin and integrity of products they buy – so you can be confident that when you choose DJays beef biltong and jerky, you’re not just buying a tasty and healthy treat.  You’re backing Australian-made, so you can add yet another ‘feel-good’ layer to your snacking!

Food safety matters

Sticking to one type of meat for our jerky and biltong also plays a key role in food safety.

If we used different types of meat, we could be at risk of cross-contamination.  Using a single meat means that our food production process is streamlined and efficient and we’re able to maintain the highest possible hygiene standards.