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Meat from Walmart

snipsnapsnur — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:42:26 GMT

No way I would eat meat from Walmart!

"James Beard Award-winning chef names Walmart the best place to buy USDA Prime beef in America.

Chef Chris Shepherd says the retailer's partnership with McLaren Farms gives consumers access to 'some of the best Black Angus beef in the world at a more affordable price.'

Pricing beats even Costco and Sam's Club, according to Shepherd."

Re: Meat from Walmart

Kachina624 — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:48:02 GMT

@snipsnapsnur. I don't eat a lot of meat, mostly chicken, but have bought very lean hamburger meat and pork from Walmart. It's always been very good. It's just another grocery store subject to the same rules, regulations and inspections as other stores.

Re: Meat from Walmart

Laura14 — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:51:46 GMT

I just bought diced chicken, chicken breasts, stew meat, and ground turkey for about $30. I was pretty happy with that.

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We rescue cats — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:55:12 GMT

I try to buy our fresh food from local suppliers - I like to support our local folks when possible.

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ThinkingOutLoud — Fri, 22 May 2026 16:58:32 GMT

@snipsnapsnur wrote:
No way I would eat meat from Walmart!

Why? It's not like Walmart can make up their own standards. Furthermore, they wouldn't want a reputation of people having adverse reactions from their food.

When people think this way, it makes me wonder if when going to a potluck or someone else's house for a meal, do they ask where they purchased the ingredients or just not eat.

Re: Meat from Walmart

kaydee50 — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:06:15 GMT

@snipsnapsnur Why not? No different from any other grocery store.

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PA Mom-mom — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:42:15 GMT

@snipsnapsnur Did you have a bad experience with Walmart meat? I've often purchased meat and produce from our local Walmart with no issues.

Re: Meat from Walmart

Zhills — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:55:01 GMT

I saw that article also. Surprised! However, Winn-Dixie has realigned and is trying to reestablish themselves as the Beef People! Nothing like competition!

They may sell some of the best but I do not believe the majority of the meat is that quality!

Winn-Dixie has ribeyes for $6.99 lb this weekend!

Re: Meat from Walmart

FLGranny — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:58:09 GMT

I use Walmart pick up service al least once a week for about 2 years now. I have gotten beef, chicken, fish, dairy, eggs and never had an issue. I also shop at Aldis alot and again have not gotten any bad meat or fish,etc. These cheaper stores are under the same regulations as any other store as far as USDA or state health departments.

Re: Meat from Walmart

UpNorthGorgy — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:59:50 GMT

I prefer to buy from a local chain, especially fish. I had a piece of bone in a Wal-Mart 5# hamburger tube once years ago. Kind of wary since about their hamburger ,but could happen in other places. I have liked Purdue whole chicken from Wal-Mart.

I like Greater Omaha 86% lean hamburger from my local supermarket. They also have a mark down cooler with close to expiration dates to use or freeze. Better meat sale prices. Steak is high anyway but on sale and I can pick out meat from the counter. Cheaper than Wal-Mart. Lots of pork tenderloin and rib specials.

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wagirl — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:02:47 GMT

I've never bought from Walmart--not in my area but have from Target once in a while--was just fine.

Re: Meat from Walmart

SamBrown — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:58:04 GMT

@snipsnapsnur wrote:
No way I would eat meat from Walmart!

"James Beard Award-winning chef names Walmart the best place to buy USDA Prime beef in America.
Chef Chris Shepherd says the retailer's partnership with McLaren Farms gives consumers access to 'some of the best Black Angus beef in the world at a more affordable price.'
Pricing beats even Costco and Sam's Club, according to Shepherd."

@snipsnapsnur Well, la-de-dah

Re: Meat from Walmart

kitcat51 — Fri, 22 May 2026 19:12:22 GMT

I buy grass fed & finished beef at Walmart but my best buy for it is at Aldi when I find 30% - 50% off stickers, I buy it at other stores too...it's all good.

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SilleeMee — Fri, 22 May 2026 19:20:58 GMT

I don't eat beef or pork but I do eat chicken. I buy Perdue chicken from WM, not any different from other grocers except for the price.

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CelticCrafter — Fri, 22 May 2026 20:02:28 GMT

@kitcat51 wrote:
I buy grass fed & finished beef at Walmart but my best buy for it is at Aldi when I find 30% - 50% off stickers, I buy it at other stores too...it's all good.

I think I may be the only one or one of few that doesn't care for grass fed ground beef. I think it makes tough meatballs and burgers.

We never find 30-50% off stickers at Aldi.

Re: Meat from Walmart

spabar — Fri, 22 May 2026 20:03:20 GMT

I've never had an issue with meat purchased from Walmart, even when I have it delivered. Everything is always fresh and great quality.

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kitcat51 — Fri, 22 May 2026 21:21:33 GMT

@CelticCrafter wrote:
@kitcat51 wrote:
I buy grass fed & finished beef at Walmart but my best buy for it is at Aldi when I find 30% - 50% off stickers, I buy it at other stores too...it's all good.
I think I may be the only one or one of few that doesn't care for grass fed ground beef. I think it makes tough meatballs and burgers.

We never find 30-50% off stickers at Aldi.

You're not alone, I know others that don't like it... I use 80 20 for burgers, 80 15 for meat sauces, 10 & below fat content is a no go for me. I find the 30 - 50% stickers Wed mornings but it doesn't happen often, instead it's $1 - $2 off...I always look for those red stickers on everything. @CelticCrafter

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Goldengate8361 — Fri, 22 May 2026 21:46:00 GMT

I've never seen prime beef at Walmart, only choice. I only buy prime; it makes a big difference because it has more marbling. I eat beef 6-7 days per week.

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chickenbutt — Fri, 22 May 2026 21:53:05 GMT

No way would I buy any kind of meat from Walmart either. I recall not all that many years back that some stores were taking meat that had gotten older, applying some dye to it, and then re-dating it for sale. One time my husband bought some ribeyes there and they were truly gross. You could smell that they weren't at all fresh! Ugh

Re: Meat from Walmart

snipsnapsnur — Fri, 22 May 2026 22:32:54 GMT

To each their own. It's just a thing with me. La- di- dah. SMH