How Aldi Keeps Its Beef So Cheap

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How Aldi Keeps Its Beef So Cheap By Amrita Ray Aug. 28, 2025 9:39 am EST

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Aldi is known for offering a number of high-quality items at a lower price, especially its beef. No wonder Aldi's steak selection has a leg up on competitors like Walmart , and why it is often ranked among the best grocery stores in the U.S. But how does the German grocery chain, which has become an American household name, manage to keep its beef prices so low? There are several factors behind it, but perhaps the primary one is that you won't find beef sourced from many popular brands at Aldi. The grocery chain instead focuses on supporting the local economy. A majority of its products come from local meat suppliers who provide high-quality