Carteret Abattoir

Carteret Abattoir provides slaughter and processing services in Carteret, New Jersey, serving farms throughout the broader Newark metropolitan region. The facility works with cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, offering a straightforward path from live animal to finished product for producers who need dependable processing close to home.

For small farms and homesteaders in the area, having a processor nearby cuts down on transport stress for livestock and keeps logistics manageable, especially for those raising multiple species rather than a single type of animal. Whether it is a handful of market hogs, a small flock of sheep, or cattle ready for harvest, Carteret Abattoir handles the work involved in getting animals processed.

Located within reach of Newark, the facility gives regional producers an option for slaughter and processing without having to travel far outside the immediate area. This kind of local access matters for farmers balancing tight schedules around breeding cycles, seasonal harvests, and herd or flock turnover throughout the year.