Mangalitza

Our Mangalitza pork—also known as woolly pig—comes from the Mangalicahof in Zuidwolde, situated in the heart of the Drenthe nature reserves. Honestly, a better origin for livestock is hard to imagine! Founder and farmer Maarten Jansen runs his business with full dedication, raising his animals naturally and, perhaps most importantly, with immense love. Because the Mangalitza pigs at Mangalicahof are raised in optimal conditions, this pork is tender, juicy, finely textured, and has a distinctive flavor that lingers pleasantly.

While the animals at Mangalicahof grow up in an honest and ethical way, Maarten firmly believes that people will only choose his meat if it tastes absolutely amazing. Naturally, the fact that the meat is natural and comes from a known, loving origin is a bonus, but no one will eat natural meat if it doesn’t taste good. It’s logical. This story is a complete win-win. Characteristic meat as a result of a distinctive origin, where pigs can root, graze, and behave as they naturally would in their habitat.

Maarten believes that animals should grow on feed crops that suit their nature. The feed comes from his own land (no Chinese or Brazilian soy, which most ecological farmers feed their animals) and thus hasn’t traveled across the globe. The woolly pigs stay true to their nature, resulting not only in unique meat but also in minimal environmental impact. And, most importantly, the animals thrive!

Mangalitza is a true lard pig and cannot be directly compared to other pig breeds. It is a 100% purebred breed, more robust and resilient than most pigs. These pigs also live much longer than the average pig—sometimes up to four times as long—which naturally affects the price. Woolly pig meat is not the cheapest pork available, but its quality of life is something you can truly taste.

Woolly Pig

The Mangalitza pig, also known as the woolly pig, was originally bred in Hungary. Its woolly coat protects the animals from the cold as well as the harsh sun. The Mangalitza pig is known for its meat, which is marbled with fine layers of fat. Wonderfully marbled pork! It’s absolutely something every meat lover should try.

Buying Mangalitza Online?

Woolly pig enthusiasts can now rejoice. This exclusive pork is not available just anywhere, but the online butcher offers the perfect solution. Buying Mangalitza from the comfort of your own home is incredibly convenient. The Butchery delivers Monday through Friday between 17:00 and 22:00. You can choose your delivery day, and your order will be delivered quickfrozen (frozen within an hour to preserve optimal quality), allowing you to place it directly into your freezer if needed. It doesn’t get easier than this.