Can I sell meat at the farmers market?
Yes, you may sell meats at a farmers market, if the market rules allow it. Tell the Market Manager you want to start selling meats,
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How can I transport my frozen meats safely to/from the processor or the market?
Most farmers transport their frozen meats in chest coolers. Again alternative refrigeration such as ice packs, etc. are highly recommended. The chest coolers must be
Can I ship meats? How? Where can I find packing materials to ship meats?
You can ship or mail meats out of the state if your meats are processed in a federally-inspected plant. You cannot ship or mail meats
What does “natural” really mean for meat? Isn’t “natural beef” a meaningless term because it only means that the product is minimally processed with no additives or preservatives, which is true for most conventional fresh beef?
Yes, legally speaking, “natural” on a meat label only refers to how the meat is processed, not to how the animal was raised. However, some
How much dry ice is required to ship meat via 2-day service? Can gel freezer packs be used to keep meat frozen? The weight of the meat would range from 5 to 20 pounds. Is there a preferred styrofoam container to ship with?
Shipping fresh (not frozen) meat or meat products is never recommended, unless the products are shelf stable (e.g., canned ham, beef jerky). GEL FREEZER PACKS
What are the nine states that have Talmadge-Aiken plants?
Currently (2009), the nine states that cooperatively operate under the authority of the Federal State Cooperative Act (Talmadge-Aiken) are Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Mississippi, North Carolina,
Find a Meat Processor Near You
State Listings A number of states provide a list of processors; we have collected these lists here. Some lists are only subsets (e.g. only
Poultry Processing Regulations and Exemptions
Poultry processing regulations can be confusing, especially for small operations. Here we walk you through the federal law and small-scale exemptions and state-level laws and
Who Builds Mobile/Modular Slaughter Units?
These companies have designed and built MSUs, from bare bones rigs to complete, fully-equipped systems. Inclusion in this list does not imply endorsement. Friesla Friesla,
