Their market told them there was a need for an authentic, full flavored pork product that would satisfy discerning consumers.
They invested in research into three main areas, each one closely connected to Livar's commitment to being a socially responsible pork producer:
products– The Livar produces fresh and cured pork products. For information about the fresh products, contact Livar directly.
other products include- LIVACOPPA- boneless presseed shoulder dry cured-8 weeks LIVAR BOURGOGNE HAM- pickled, seasoned and roasted LIVAR CASSELERRIB- boneless loin, brined and lightly smoked LIVAR CHOUCROUTE- a mix of smoked and cooked spek (belly), loin and sausage made from the shoulder LIVAR COOKED HAM- in a cured then cooked LIVAR BREAKFAST BACON- lightly salted, smoked pork belly LIVARANO- dry herb-cured and hung sausage made from tender and flavourful portions of pork LIVARSJINK- the choicest ham, dry salted, pressed-8 weeks, then dried
breeding- research lead to finding the best most flavorful breed of pig. Rare breeds, that had been virtually wiped out by the pork producing industry were looked at. Some of these rarer breeds didn’t meet the “modern” major industry standards of fast growth and hyper-lean flesh. These two factors alone play a significant role in determining the final taste of pork that is produced. We wanted to find a balance to produce the best pork. The entire production process, including the the grains grown for the feed, the farms and the quality controls follow the guidelines of the IKB (Integrated Chain Management), NEN-EN-ISO and HACCP.
ethics- the guidelines used to raise the pigs stem from traditional methods used by the brothers at the Lilbosch Abbey in Limburg where a portion of the Livar pigs are raised. These methods for raising the pigs, are used on all the farms. They originate from the values the brothers have adhered to for over 900 years on this abbey. The values relate to their respect for plants and animals and determine how the animals are treated and how the food is grown used for feeding.
quality- the quality of Livar’s product is reflected in its taste. And taste is the ultimate proving ground for the work that has been undertaken regarding breeding and ethics. Livar regularly organizes tastings of its fresh and cured pork products including. The product is sold to a broad range of better restaurants and restaurant suppliers and is often listed on the menu so consumers can recognise hat they are eating Livar pork.