TRUSTED DEER PROCESSING

Straight Cut Processing: $165 ($150 Deposit)

Youth & Disabled Hunter : $145 ($100 Deposit)

•   Cut, pack, and freeze included
 

Boned Out Processing: $0.55 per Lb (50% Deposit)

•   Pack and freeze included
 

We gladly accept boned out elk, antelope, or bear,  but we’re unable to take quartered deer or other game animals.

CWD tested deer must have negative results
 Proud HUSH Partner
We Accept EBT

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2025-2026 Deer Season

Accepting through April 30, 2026

NO PRIOR SEASON DEER ACCEPTED

For the safety of our customers and the quality of our products, we can only accept deer harvested during the current season. State regulations do not allow us to process deer from previous seasons, and older meat may not meet today’s freshness and food safety standards.

WHY MILO LOCKER

For decades, Milo Locker has been proud to serve hunters with expert deer processing. Our long standing experience means you can trust us to handle your harvest with care, efficiency, and the highest standards of quality.

 

We offer a wide variety of homemade venison products, giving you plenty of ways to enjoy your deer. From snack sticks and jerky to specialty sausages, every product is crafted in our state of the art USDA certified facility with food safety and quality as our top priorities. Each item is vacuum sealed to ensure lasting freshness and flavor.

✅ Decades of experience
✅ Wide variety of products

✅ Vacuum sealed packages
✅ Online order form

✅ USDA certified facility

PROCESSING WITH MILO LOCKER

PROCESSING WITH MILO LOCKER

1. Guidelines for Whole Deer

To ensure the best quality and food safety, please follow these guidelines before bringing in your deer (deer not meeting these guidelines may be rejected):

•   Must be field dressed ($100 fee if not)

•   Tag correctly (transportation tag on head, thin tag on leg)

•   Do not cut rear tendons ($100 fee if cut)

Note: After-hour drop-off is available for whole carcass only

2. Guidelines for Boned Out Deer

To ensure the best quality and meet state guidelines, all boneless deer trim must meet the following requirements (meat not meeting these standards may be rejected):

•   Must be fully boned out (no bones)

•   Clean and free of dirt, hair etc

•   Ground Deer will not be accepted

•   Food grade bags (sold in-store) or container only

•   No garbage bags or grocery bags

Note: After-hour drop-off is not available for boneless trim

AFTER HOUR DROP OFF

223 MAIN STREET
MILO iowa

AFTER HOUR DROP OFF INSTRUCTIONS

AFTER HOUR DROP OFF INSTRUCTIONS

1. Dropping Off Whole Deer

For your convenience, we offer a 24/7 cooler for after hours deer drop off. To help our team take the best care of your deer, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

•   After hours drop off location is in the back

•   Leave a note on the antlers if you want the head, skull cap, or cape

•   Head, skull cap, or cape must be picked up the next day

Note: After-hour drop-off is available for whole carcass only

2. What to Do After Drop Off

After you drop off your properly tagged deer, please give us a call at 641-942-6231 by 10 AM the next morning. This helps us confirm your deposit and review your order so we can begin processing right away. If we don’t hear from you, we’ll assume you’d like to donate your deer through the HUSH program, where it will go to help families in need.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of deer do you accept?

We accept full carcass deer that are properly field dressed. Boned out trim is also accepted if it meets our guidelines. We do not accept quartered deer or other game animals, except boned out elk, antelope, or bear.

  • How should my deer be prepared for drop-off?

Your deer must be fully field dressed (heart, lungs, and organs removed). Please rinse the carcass to remove hair, blood, and debris. If the temperature is over 40°F, pack ice in the chest cavity and between the hind legs. 

  • Do you offer after-hours drop-off?

Yes, we provide a 24/7 cooler for whole carcass, field dressed deer only. The cooler is located in the back alley of our building at 223 Main Street in Milo and marked with a yellow and black sign. After drop-off, please call us at 641-942-6231 by 10 AM the next morning to confirm your deposit and order.

  • Do you accept deer that have been tested for CWD?

We can only accept deer tested for CWD if the results are negative. If you’ve submitted a sample to the DNR, please bone out your deer and keep it frozen until you receive your results. If the test is negative, you may bring it in. If positive, the meat must be discarded.

  • What is the HUSH program?

HUSH stands for Help Us Stop Hunger. It is a program where donated venison is processed and provided to families in need.

  • Can I drop off boneless trim after hours?

No, boneless deer trim is only accepted during regular business hours.

  • How do I package boneless trim?

Trim can be brought in food-grade bags (available in-store), sealable bags, clean coolers, or containers like Tupperware, buckets, or pots.

  • What if I want to keep the head, antlers, or cape?

When filling out your order and dropping off during regular business hours, please follow our standard process. If you are using the after-hours drop-off, be sure to check the after-hours instructions.

  • How will my venison be packaged?

All products are vacuum sealed to lock in freshness and preserve flavor. Packages are frozen immediately to maintain top quality and food safety.

  • What kinds of venison products can I order?

We offer a wide variety of homemade venison products, including snack sticks, jerky, specialty sausages, and more. Product and price sheets are available online or at the locker.

  • How do I place my order?

You can drop off your deer and fill out your order during business hours, or complete our online order form ahead of time to make drop-off faster.

  • What payments do you accept?

We accept cash, credit card, and EBT. Deposits are required at the time of drop-off.

  • What happens if my deer is not field dressed properly?

A $100 fee applies for deer not properly field dressed or if rear tendons are cut.

HOW IT STARTED

Milo Locker Meats began in 1952 as a small, family-owned meat processing facility committed to serving its local community. From the very beginning, the goal was simple: provide high-quality, trustworthy meat products while supporting the families and farmers that make up our region.

 

For over seven decades, Milo Locker has stayed true to its roots — family owned, community focused, and customer driven. In 2016, a move into a modernized, expanded facility allowed us to scale up our operations while preserving the high standards and personal service that built our reputation.

 

With USDA inspection and expert-level custom meat processing, our team works closely with local farmers to bring responsibly sourced, flavorful meat to your table. Whether it’s wild game, bulk beef bundles, or in-house specialty items like brats, everything we do is centered around quality, transparency, and care.

 

Our mission remains the same: to deliver clean, local meat you can trust — and to build lasting relationships along the way.

Our Customer Support Promise

Your satisfaction is very important to us. While we cannot accept returns on perishable products, we want you to feel completely confident choosing us for your processing needs.

 

If you have any concerns with your order, whether about quality, service, or anything else, please reach out to our support team. We are here to listen and will do everything we can to make things right quickly and fairly.

 

Because we process every order with freshness in mind, we ask that you contact us within 48 hours of receiving your order if you notice any issues. Our team will guide you through the next steps and ensure your concern is taken care of.