Clean and green from paddock to plate, Australian farmed venison is a highly versatile meat which is lean and tender with a subtle flavour.
Deer raised on farms are free ranging with the ability to finish on green pasture but may be supplementary fed a variety of grains, hay and silage. Hormones and growth promotants are not used in the Australian deer farming industry and strict hygiene and processing standards are adhered to, to ensure all farmed venison meets domestic and international regulations.
Farmed venison is a healthy addition to any lifestyle as it is low in cholesterol, fat and kilojoules but high in protein, absorbable iron and vitamins.
The following table shows farmed venison’s healthy qualities compared to other meats:
|
PRODUCT |
FAT (g) |
CHOLESTEROL (mg) |
PROTEIN (g) |
ENERGY (kj) |
IRON (mg) |
|
Trim Lamb Round Steak |
5.8 |
66 |
19.7 |
550 |
2.2 |
|
Trim Lamb Fillet |
6.7 |
71 |
19.3 |
576 |
2.1 |
|
Trimmed Beef Rump Steak |
6.0 |
69 |
22.5 |
606 |
2.7 |
|
Beef Fillet (Tenderloin) |
6.9 |
68 |
20.9 |
612 |
3.4 |
|
Chicken Breast (Skinless) |
4.0 |
82 |
20.0 |
641 |
.07 |
|
Pork Loin Steak (New Fashioned) |
3.7 |
83 |
30.0 |
654 |
1.3 |
|
Pork Shoulder (Traditional cut) |
10.6 |
98 |
28.0 |
919 |
1.1 |
|
Venison Striploin |
1.3 |
66 |
29.0 |
541 |
3.9 |
|
Venison Leg Steak (Topside) |
0.7 |
71 |
31 |
553 |
4.0 |
* Cooking method will determine the nutrient composition of cooked meats. Source: Food Australia 1993 AGAL
Venison’s supreme versatility means it can be crafted into the finest of intricate delicacies by Chefs of the world or served in the family home as the healthy version of your favourite lasagne, schnitzel, roast, steak or casserole.
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