Merchant of Venison Ltd

Merchant of Venison Ltd 🦌 Family run venison wholesaler. Supplying the best grass-fed, lean and iron rich meat to New Zealand.

James has been working in the venison industry since 1988 where he started out in the boning room at Mountain River Processors. Shortly after he started supplying venison cuts to restaurants, supermarkets & butcheries in the Christchurch area. Angela joined the team in 2009 and we have steadily been growing the business New Zealand wide. We are able to get any part of the animal from the head to t

he tail including offals and fresh venison blood along with all the premium cuts. We were very proud to be involved with collecting & supplying the venison blood for New Zealand’s 2017 Sausage of the Year - Boudin Noir made by a small local French butcher in Akaroa. We both enjoy working with the customer to source the very best cuts for their business and get great satisfaction in supplying the customer with a cut that they didn’t know you could get to have that point of difference. We look forward to assisting with your individual requirements.

Winter calls for something worth the effort — and a Venison Wellington delivers every time 🦌Tender South Island venison ...
18/06/2026

Winter calls for something worth the effort — and a Venison Wellington delivers every time 🦌

Tender South Island venison wrapped in earthy mushroom duxelles and golden puff pastry. It's the kind of centrepiece that turns a dinner into a memory.

Here's why venison works so well in this dish:
✔️ Naturally lean and rich in flavour — no heaviness, just depth
✔️ Hormone-free, antibiotic-free, raised on New Zealand family farms
✔️ Holds its colour and texture beautifully when cooked to a perfect medium-rare

Swipe through for the full recipe, step by step — from searing the loin to that all-important resting time.

Save this post so it's ready when the next cold weekend rolls around.

Merchant of Venison is more than a business, it’s years of passion, care, and dedication from a family who genuinely lov...
16/06/2026

Merchant of Venison is more than a business, it’s years of passion, care, and dedication from a family who genuinely loves what they do.

James has been part of the venison industry since 1988, starting in the boning room before building relationships with restaurants, butcheries, and supermarkets across Canterbury. When Angela joined the business in 2009, Merchant of Venison continued to grow into the family-run company it is today.

What makes us different is the care behind every detail from working closely with customers to source exceptional cuts, create something unique, and honour the quality of the animal from head to tail.

Because premium venison should come from people who truly care about the process, the product, and the people they supply.

A recipe you'll want on repeat every week.Venison meatballs with a sticky Asian glaze — simple enough for a weeknight, i...
12/06/2026

A recipe you'll want on repeat every week.

Venison meatballs with a sticky Asian glaze — simple enough for a weeknight, impressive enough to never get old. Swipe through for the full recipe and add this one to your regular rotation.

Made with lean, hormone-free South Island venison. Great flavour, every time.

Hosting dinner during the colder months? This is the perfect cut of meat to serve. It is quite the showstopper when cook...
06/06/2026

Hosting dinner during the colder months? This is the perfect cut of meat to serve. It is quite the showstopper when cooked as a whole and then sliced and served with buttery mashed potatoes, honey carrots and topped with a fresh chimichurri sauce.

Meet one of New Zealand's finest cuts — the South Island Cervena Venison Shortloin.

Naturally tender, grass-fed, and hormone-free, our Shortloin is a premium cut that's earned its reputation on menus around New Zealand.

The best part is that is sourced from family farms right here in the South Island.

Available online now — merchantofvenison.co.nz/shop

Raised near the Rakaia River in the heart of Canterbury, our venison comes from South Island family farms that care deep...
03/06/2026

Raised near the Rakaia River in the heart of Canterbury, our venison comes from South Island family farms that care deeply about the land, the animals, and the quality reaching your table.

Our Red Berry Tea Cold Smoked Venison is a bit different in the best way. It’s gently infused with red berry tea before ...
29/05/2026

Our Red Berry Tea Cold Smoked Venison is a bit different in the best way. It’s gently infused with red berry tea before smoking, giving it a subtle depth of flavour that’s smoky, savoury, and just a little bit special.

Slice it thin for a grazing board, add it to a salad, or even use in a toasted sandwich.

Shop online: https://www.merchantofvenison.co.nz/shop/p/red-berry-tea-cold-smoked-venison

An easy meal or party snack that's ready in just minutes!
25/05/2026

An easy meal or party snack that's ready in just minutes!

If you’re trying to keep your meals genuinely nutritious (not just “healthy-ish”), start with the protein. Farm-raised v...
21/05/2026

If you’re trying to keep your meals genuinely nutritious (not just “healthy-ish”), start with the protein. Farm-raised venison is naturally lean, high in iron, and packed with quality protein, so you can build meals that are satisfying and good for you.

Add seasonal veg, a good carb, and your favourite sauce, and you’ve got dinner that fuels you properly and still tastes great.

Shop online or find us in South Island stores: New World, Pak’nSave, Fresh Choice.

Venison rump is one of those cuts that makes dinner feel a bit more special, without being complicated. It’s naturally t...
18/05/2026

Venison rump is one of those cuts that makes dinner feel a bit more special, without being complicated. It’s naturally tender, lean, and full of flavour thanks to our South Island grass-fed venison.

This rump is sure to please and is so versatile. You can use as steaks, stirfry, kebabs or roast whole.

đź›’ Shop online: https://www.merchantofvenison.co.nz/shop/p/rump

Available now at New World and Fresh Choice stores across the South Island.

Trying to hit your protein goals without living on chicken breast? Venison is a solid upgrade. It’s naturally lean, pack...
14/05/2026

Trying to hit your protein goals without living on chicken breast? Venison is a solid upgrade. It’s naturally lean, packed with high-quality protein, and still feels like a proper, satisfying meal.

Great for post-gym dinners, meal prep, or anyone wanting more protein without the heaviness. Start with mince for easy swaps, or go for steaks when you want something special.

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Tai Tapu
Christchurch
7672

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+64274596343

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