Our Story

We Do It the
Old Fashioned Way

USDA family owned butcher shop located at 204 E. Main Street, Rt. 300, Sudlersville, Maryland.

USDA Inspected
Family Owned
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Family Owned & Operated

Meet the
Nickerson Family

Sudlersville Meat Locker is proudly family owned and operated by Dwayne and Dawna Nickerson. Our main focus is slaughtering and processing animals under USDA Inspection — upholding the highest standards of safety and quality for every customer we serve.

We're best known for crafting the best and freshest Scrapple in the Region — a beloved local tradition made the old-fashioned way, just as it should be. Our fresh meat case is open Wednesday through Saturday, stocked with the finest locally sourced cuts.

USDA Inspected
Certified Facility
Wed – Sat
Fresh Meat Case Open
Sudlersville, MD
204 E. Main St, Rt. 300
Best Scrapple
Freshest in the Region

What We Carry

Our Products

From locally raised beef and pork to beloved specialty items, every product reflects our commitment to freshness and community.

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Local Beef

Our beef is raised by local farmers in our community — animals you can trace right back to the fields they came from. Fresh, quality cuts you can trust.

Locally Raised
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Grand View Pork

Our pork is purchased exclusively from Grand View Farms, owned and operated by the Langenfelder family. A trusted partnership that ensures exceptional quality every time.

Trusted Farm Partner
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Specialty Items

Beyond meats, we carry unique specialty items you won't find just anywhere — a true community general store experience.

  • Muskrat
  • Rabbit
  • Frozen Vegetables
  • Amish Butter
  • Fresh Amish Eggs

Our Signature Specialty

The Freshest Scrapple in the Region

Made the old-fashioned way with time-honored recipes, our scrapple is beloved by locals and visitors alike. Once you try it, nothing else compares.

The People Behind the Counter

Our Team & Values

Friendly, experienced, and community-focused — our staff is here to help you find exactly what you need.

Friendly, Experienced Staff

Our team is ready and willing to assist with all your questions — from selecting the right cut to scheduling a processing appointment. No question is too big or too small.

Old Fashioned Values

We believe in doing things right — honest pricing, quality products, and treating every customer like a neighbor. Because in Sudlersville, you probably are.

Community Focused

We support local farmers, serve local families, and invest in the community that has supported us for generations. Shopping here means keeping your dollars local.

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100%
Local Sourcing
USDA
Certified Facility
4
Days Open Weekly
#1
Scrapple in Region

How We Operate

Our Services &
Operations

We offer a full range of meat services — from our walk-in retail store to custom cut orders and full USDA-inspected slaughter and processing for livestock.

Retail Store

Browse our fresh meat case and specialty items. Open Wednesday through Saturday, stocked fresh with locally sourced cuts and our signature products.

Special Cut Orders

Need something specific? We accept special cut orders using local meats. Tell us exactly what you want and we'll make it happen.

USDA Slaughter & Processing

We provide USDA-inspected slaughter and processing for hogs, beef, lamb, and goats. Professional handling from start to finish.

Appointments Required

All slaughter and processing appointments must be scheduled in advance. Please call well ahead to reserve your spot — we book up quickly, especially during peak season.

Call (410) 438-3605

Animals We Process

Beef
Hogs
Lamb
Goats
All processing is USDA inspected and certified

Sister Business

D & J Custom
Cutting

Owned and operated by the same family behind Sudlersville Meat Locker, D and J Custom Cutting is a separate business specializing in expert custom deer cutting and processing.

Hunters throughout the region trust D and J for their wild game processing needs. With the same old-fashioned care and precision that defines everything the Nickerson family does, your harvest is in expert hands.

Expert custom deer cutting & processing
Same trusted Nickerson family ownership
Professional, experienced handlers
Custom cuts, jerky & sausage options available
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Come See Us

Visit Us or Call to
Schedule Your Appointment

Stop by our retail store Wednesday through Saturday, or call ahead to schedule your processing appointment. We'd love to serve you and your family.

Find Us
204 E. Main Street, Rt. 300
Sudlersville, MD 21668
Store Hours
Wednesday – Saturday
Fresh Meat Case Open
Processing
By Appointment Only
Call Well in Advance