Better For Butchery Expands with Retail Store in Princeton

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Better For Butchery, a Princeton-based meat processing company, is expanding its operations and opening a new retail store at its facility. The company recently announced the $2.1 million purchase of the Porter Road Meats business and building, with the help of a $2.5 million grant from USDA Rural Development. The retail store will allow the community to learn more about the company's meat processing capabilities and purchase locally-sourced beef and Heritage pork products.

Why it matters

The expansion of Better For Butchery represents growth in the local food processing industry in Western Kentucky. The new retail store will provide greater access to high-quality, locally-raised meats for the Princeton community, supporting the regional agricultural economy.

The details

Better For Butchery, located at 117 Masonic Drive in Princeton, specializes in beef and Heritage pork sourced from Western Kentucky. The company recently announced the purchase of Porter Road Meats, a move that will allow them to expand their processing and distribution operations. With the help of a $2.5 million USDA Rural Development grant, Better For Butchery was able to complete the $2.1 million acquisition and invest in upgrades to their facility.

• In January 2026, Kentucky USDA Rural Development Director Travis Burton joined Better For Butchery owner Chris Roach to announce the purchase of Porter Road Meats.
• At the Caldwell Connect meeting in April 2026, Better For Butchery's Sarah Pearson shared plans to open a new retail store at the Princeton facility.

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What’s next

The new Better For Butchery retail store is expected to open in the coming months, providing the Princeton community with greater access to locally-sourced meats.