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[quote=Anonymous]I don't have any real data to back this up, but I think a lot of it is that the Costco meat is just fresher due to high turnover. Grocery stores seem to let packages of meat sit on the shelf longer.

Costco's entire business model is based on limited selection, high volume, high turnover.  The one I go to is always packed.  The staff are constantly restocking the meat coolers.  Compare that to my local grocery, where they keep a big selection out in the semi-open coolers and it's clear that some of the packages have been sitting there for a few days.  Still within "sell by" date, but clearly past peak quality.

I personally buy most of my meat frozen from small farms, both for the environmental / animal welfare aspects, and because I like knowing that it was frozen at peak quality and I have the convenience of thawing it when I want to use it.  The cost isn't bad if you can buy in bulk, but you need a deep freezer (and a reliable source of power for it), and the willingness to use the available cuts vs being and to choose your favorites every week.[/quote]

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