PPJA - Fresh Meat_An 'Alternative' Butcher Mod
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 53 Crops mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The butcher mod (now animal husbandry) is cool, but I can't stand to part with my precious pigs. Yet, meat is awful tempting! So here we are! Best of both worlds, with another port.
Adds 20 new meat crops and trees into the game along with new recipes!
If you would like to contribute to the project, we welcome pull requests on our Github repo! You may also submit ideas or translations there.
Tired of all of the recipes being shoved into the normal cooking menu? Check out Kaya's wonderful CCS Kitchen Station Set.
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- Latest version of Json Assets
- Latest version of SMAPI
- Latest version of SpaceCore
- Latest version of Fruits & Veggies
- Latest version of Producer Framework Mod
- Latest version of Content Patcher
- Latest version of Multi Yield Crops
- Latest version of Mail Framework Mod
- Latest version of BugNet (optional, for the ability to producer different types of critter meat)
- Latest version of Content Patcher Animations (optional, for animated crops)
Step 1. Install SMAPI, Json Assets, SpaceCore, Fruits and Veggies, Mail Framework Mod, Content Patcher, Multi Yield Crops, Producer Framework Mod, and any optional requirements..
Step 2. Download this mod and extract the zip file anywhere you would like. There are 4 files included in the download:
Step 3. Drag & Drop the extracted folder(s) directly into the /Mods folder.
- Delete every existing seed, harvested crop, and plant excluding shops and letters.
- Remove the corresponding folders.
If you miss any (especially in your inventory) you can crash your game.
PPJA - Fresh Meat is a Stardew Valley mod that adds plant-based alternatives to animal meat, letting players grow crops that yield meat-like products instead of raising and slaughtering animals. With over 5,700 endorsements and 251,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a cruelty-free playstyle.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (5,721 endorsements) — this is a proven mod that many players swear by.
- Offers a unique twist on farming: grow your meat instead of raising animals, perfect for pacifist runs.
- Integrates with the PPJA ecosystem, so it plays nice with other Project Populate mods.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020 — might not be compatible with the latest Stardew Valley patches without extra tweaks.
- Requires Json Assets and possibly other PPJA dependencies, which adds setup complexity for new modders.
For Stardew Valley players who want to avoid animal slaughter but still enjoy meat-based cooking recipes. Also great for completionists who love adding new crops and products to their farm. Skip if you're looking for a major gameplay overhaul — this is a focused content addition.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have Json Assets installed and updated, as this mod relies on it to load custom crops.
- Check the mod's page on Nexus for any compatibility notes with other PPJA mods, especially if you use multiple content packs.
- If you're using a mod manager like SMAPI, install this mod through the manager to avoid file placement errors.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- Project Populate Json Assets
- Version
- 3.0.3
- Downloads
- 251,618
- Endorsements
- 5,721
- Category
- Crops
- Created
- 12/28/2017
- Updated
- 12/21/2020
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