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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Shane Hickey

Expert tips on saving money on meat, from alternative cuts to the best butchers

How to buy meat Jamie Wignall
Butchers will be able to discuss the best cuts of meat to suit your budget. Illustration: Jamie wignall/The Guardian

Plan what you need

It is estimated that UK households throw away 10 % of beef, pork and poultry they buy each year. That’s about 250,000 tonnes in total, so it is important to plan what you are going to buy to avoid waste and save money.

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