Every year on June 18th, Sustainable Gastronomy Day offers a moment to reflect on the impact of our food choices — not just on our health, but on the planet, the environment, and the future of farming. Recognised globally and backed by the United Nations, this day encourages individuals, businesses, and communities to think more critically about where food comes from, how it is produced, and the long-term effects of the way we eat.

Sustainable gastronomy goes beyond sourcing and preparation. It’s about preserving local food traditions, supporting small-scale producers, protecting the environment, and ensuring that the way we eat today doesn’t compromise the world we leave behind for tomorrow. For us at The Organic Butchery, these values are not an annual theme — they are woven into our everyday work.

As a business rooted in traditional British farming, we’re proud to support sustainable gastronomy in a very real and tangible way. Our entire range is certified organic, meaning our animals are raised in high-welfare environments without the use of routine antibiotics, artificial preservatives, or genetically modified feed. Organic farming prioritises soil health, biodiversity, and natural rhythms, which in turn produces meat of exceptional taste and quality — without compromising animal welfare or environmental integrity.

We work directly with small-scale British farms that farm regeneratively and responsibly. These are not anonymous supply chains — they are longstanding partnerships with producers who share our belief that good farming starts with respect: for the animal, for the land, and for the people who work it. It’s a slower, more considered way of producing food, but one that delivers higher standards across the board.

One of the defining features of The Organic Butchery is that we butcher to order. This is not only a mark of quality, but a more sustainable approach. It means we reduce unnecessary waste, avoid overproduction, and ensure your meat is cut fresh, handled properly, and delivered at its best. Orders arrive within 48 hours, packed in eco-friendly, fridge-temperature packaging — not frozen in plastic and shipped across the country in bulk. It’s a cleaner, lower-impact way to deliver the food you love, without compromising on provenance or freshness.

Sustainable gastronomy also means giving people the information and confidence they need to make more informed food choices. At The Organic Butchery, we are committed to transparency — from the farms we work with to the practices we uphold. We want our customers to understand not only what they’re eating, but why it matters — and how small, thoughtful choices can support a more responsible food future.

On this Sustainable Gastronomy Day, we invite you to reflect on what you’re supporting when you choose to eat better. At its heart, this day is not about restriction — it’s about celebrating real food, produced with care, and enjoyed in a way that respects both people and planet.

If you’re new to our approach or already a loyal customer, we thank you for being part of a growing movement — one that sees food not as a commodity, but as something deeply personal, cultural, and connected to the world around us.