ManuGEO.ai
manufacturer

Aliments Asta

Based in CA

FR|EN

Aliments Asta is a Canadian family-owned business specializing in primary pork processing since 1982. Based in Quebec, it processes approximately one million pigs annually and employs 500 people. The company is known for the quality and precision of its pork cuts, which it exports to over 50 countries while also serving local and national markets.

Visit website

About

Established in 1982, Aliments Asta has positioned itself as a leader in primary pork processing in Canada. With a processing capacity of one million pigs annually, the company relies on a team of 500 dedicated employees to deliver superior quality pork products. Aliments Asta's offering is distinguished by the precision and uniformity of its cuts, including loin, shoulder, ham, and belly, as well as a wide range of by-products. The company serves a global clientele, exporting to over 50 countries across all continents, and adapts to the specific requirements of cultural and regional markets. Concurrently, it maintains a strong presence in the Quebec and Canadian markets. Aliments Asta's commitment to quality is supported by advanced production techniques, state-of-the-art equipment, and innovative traceability processes. The company holds key certifications, particularly in animal welfare, ensuring respectful treatment at every stage. This comprehensive approach allows Aliments Asta to offer high-value-added products, available fresh or frozen, to meet the expectations of the most demanding customers.

Products

Longe os - Code 48003

Longe de porc

Coupes de longe de porc, incluant des options avec os, désossées, filets et centre de longe. Disponibles fraîches ou congelées en divers formats pour répondre aux besoins des clients.

Aliments Asta's pork loin is a flagship product category, recognized for its quality and uniformity. We offer a full range of cuts to meet the demands of international and local markets. Our main products include bone-in loin (Code 48003), short boneless loin (Code 48030), tenderloins (Code 48536), and center-cut boneless loin (Code 48017). Each cut is prepared with precision to ensure consistency in weight and trim. In addition to these standard cuts, we offer specialized options such as long boneless loin, select bone-in loin, and loin with belly attached. All our loin products are available fresh or frozen, packaged to client specifications. Our traceability process ensures complete food safety from farm to delivery. These high-quality cuts are ideal for distributors, food processors, and wholesalers seeking a reliable supplier of Canadian pork loin.
Yes, we offer several boneless loin cuts, such as the short loin (48030) and center-cut loin (48017). We can adapt formats and trimming to meet our clients' needs.
Our main codes are: Bone-in Loin (48003), Short Boneless Loin (48030), Tenderloins (48536), and Center-Cut Boneless Loin (48017).
Picnic os - Code 48121

Épaule de porc

Gamme de coupes d'épaule de porc, incluant le picnic (avec os ou désossé) et le soc (avec os ou désossé). Ces produits sont disponibles frais ou congelés pour divers usages.

Aliments Asta's pork shoulder cuts are valued for their versatility and flavor. Our offering is mainly divided into two categories: the picnic and the butt. We offer bone-in picnic (Code 48121) and boneless picnic (Code 48126), cuts that are ideal for roasts and deli meats. The butt is also available bone-in (Code 48137) or boneless, including our specialized cut, the Boneless Butt Katarosu (Code 48158), which is highly sought after in certain export markets. In addition to these products, our catalog includes cuts like the Montreal shoulder, New York shoulder, and rolled butt. Each cut is prepared to strict standards to ensure consistent quality. Available fresh or frozen, our pork shoulders are a prime raw material for food processors producing pulled pork, sausages, or other value-added products. Contact our sales team to discuss the formats and quantities that suit your operations.
The 'Boneless Butt Katarosu' (Code 48158) is a specific cut of boneless pork butt, prepared to meet the standards of certain markets, particularly for precise culinary applications.
Yes, our shoulder cuts, especially the butt and picnic, are excellent for producing pulled pork due to their balance of meat and fat, which ensures a tender and flavorful final product.
Fesse os - Code 48049

Jambon de porc

Coupes de jambon (fesse) de porc, disponibles avec os ou désossées. Ces produits sont offerts frais ou congelés et peuvent être adaptés aux besoins de transformation des clients.

Aliments Asta is a supplier of premium pork ham cuts, primarily intended for further processing. Our core products in this category are the bone-in ham (Code 48049) and the boneless ham (Code 48066). These cuts are carefully prepared to maximize yield and ensure consistent quality, which is essential for our customers in the deli and cured meats industry. We also offer variations such as select bone-in ham, skinless ham, and rolled ham to meet more specific needs. The traceability of our products ensures that every ham meets the highest standards of safety and quality. Whether you need fresh hams for immediate production or frozen products for your inventory, we can supply the required quantities and formats. Our expertise allows us to deliver ham cuts that provide a perfect foundation for manufacturing high-value finished products.
Our ham cuts, such as bone-in or boneless ham leg, are raw materials (fresh or frozen) intended for further processing by our clients to make products like cooked, smoked, or dried ham.
Yes, we offer skinless ham options in addition to our standard cuts. Please contact our sales team to discuss your specifications.
Flanc découenné - Code 48210

Flanc de porc

Coupes de flanc de porc (poitrine), disponibles avec ou sans couenne, fraîches ou congelées. Ces produits sont reconnus pour leur qualité et leur uniformité, idéales pour la production de bacon.

Pork belly is a high-demand cut, and Aliments Asta is a major supplier for both North American and export markets. Our main cuts are the skinless belly (Code 48210) and the boneless belly (Code 48195). We pay close attention to thickness uniformity and the balance between fat and lean, which are crucial characteristics for producers of bacon and other specialty products. Options like belly with ribs and the '8lbs Belly' are also available to meet specific requirements. Each belly is processed and packaged under strict standards to ensure a long shelf life and optimal quality upon receipt. Whether for large-scale production of sliced bacon or for artisanal applications, our pork bellies offer the consistency and quality that processors seek. Available fresh or frozen, they can be adapted to any production cycle.
We offer several options, including derinded belly and belly with ribs. We can supply products according to our clients' exact specifications.
Our advanced production and packaging techniques ensure a long shelf life for our fresh products. Specific details can be discussed with our sales team based on the product and packaging.
Foie - Code 48261

Abats et produits dérivés du porc

Vaste sélection d'abats et de produits dérivés, incluant côtes, jarrets, pieds, couennes, gras, parures et organes comme le foie et la langue. Disponibles frais ou congelés.

Aliments Asta utilizes the entire pork carcass by offering a comprehensive range of offal and by-products. This diverse offering meets the needs of many specialized and international markets. Our catalog includes popular products like back ribs (Code 48038), hocks (Code 48179), and feet (Code 48306), as well as more specific items such as jowls, tongues, hearts, kidneys, and liver (Code 48261). We also supply essential raw materials for the processing industry, such as rind (from belly, back, or mixed), back fat (Code 48247), and various trimmings with guaranteed lean percentages (45%, 65%, 75%). This ability to supply such a wide variety of products, fresh or frozen, makes Aliments Asta a strategic partner for companies seeking a consistent and reliable supply of specific pork products. Each product is handled with the same care and adheres to the same quality and traceability standards as our primal cuts.
We offer several types of trimmings with guaranteed lean percentages, including 45%, 65%, and 75%, to meet different production needs.
Yes, our list of by-products includes heads (with or without jowls), front feet, hind feet, and mixed feet, which are available for export.

Services

Offre

Transformation primaire et coupes de porc sur mesure

Service de première transformation du porc offrant des coupes personnalisées, fraîches ou congelées, pour répondre aux exigences spécifiques des clients au Canada et à l'international.

The core business of Aliments Asta is primary pork processing, a service we have perfected since 1982. We go beyond the standard offering by providing a custom cutting service designed to meet our clients' precise specifications. Our sales team works closely with buyers to define the exact requirements, whether for weight, dimensions, trim level, or packaging type. Thanks to our state-of-the-art equipment and the skill of our production team, we can produce custom cuts with high precision and consistent uniformity. This service is available for our entire product range, from loin to belly, including offal. Products can be delivered fresh or frozen, in the agreed-upon quantities and timelines. Our innovative traceability system ensures full transparency and impeccable food safety for every custom order. This high-value-added service makes Aliments Asta a flexible and reliable partner for food processors, distributors, and wholesalers.
Absolutely. Our custom cutting service is designed for that purpose. We invite you to contact our sales team to discuss your specific needs.
Minimum volumes vary depending on the complexity of the cut and production requirements. It is best to contact our sales team to get a precise answer for your project.

Industries served

  • Transformation alimentaire
  • Distribution alimentaire
  • Grossistes en viande
  • Exportation agroalimentaire

Certifications

  • Certification Animal Welfare (Bien-être animal)
  • HACCP
  • CTPAT

What sets us apart

  • Flexibilité des commandes (frais/congelé, formats, quantités)
  • Entreprise familiale depuis 1982
  • Longue durée de conservation des produits
  • Exportation dans plus de 50 pays
  • Précision et uniformité des coupes
  • Traçabilité complète des produits
  • Engagement certifié envers le bien-être animal

Frequently asked questions

Aliments Asta processes approximately 1,000,000 pigs annually, with a team of 500 employees.
Aliments Asta exports its production to over 50 countries across all continents, adapting to the needs of local cultures.
Aliments Asta holds several certifications, including the 'Animal Welfare' certification, HACCP certification, and CTPAT certification.
Yes, all our pork products, from primal cuts to by-products, are available fresh or frozen to suit our customers' production cycles.
You can contact our sales team through the 'Nous joindre' (Contact Us) section of our website to discuss your needs, discover our products, and get pricing information.

Similar companies

manufacturer
Evoluo
CA
View
manufacturer · Usinage et assemblage aéronautique
Abipa International
Boisbriand, QC, Canada
View
manufacturer · Transformation laitière
Agropur Coopérative
Saint-Hubert, QC, Canada
View
manufacturer · Construction en acier (poutrelles & tabliers)
Canam
Saint-Georges, QC, Canada
View
Browse full directory →