The resources below cover a variety of meat processing topics.
Resources
Looking for a livestock processor? Try the New York Livestock Processor Map , an interactive guide to livestock processors in NYS.
NEW CCE Livestock Program Work Team Website’s Meat Processing page: https://www.ccelivestock.com/meat-processing
Cornell Small Farms Guide to Direct Marketing Livestock and Poultry (2019 revision): https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Marketing-Livestock-Guide-2020-updated.pdf
Niche Meat Processing Assistance Network: https://www.nichemeatprocessing.org/
USDA FSIS Small & Very Small Plants Guidance Resources Page: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/inspection/compliance-guidance/small-very-small-plant-guidance
Cornell Sheep and Goat Marketing Page: sheepgoatmarketing.info
Relevant Webinars
Creative Slaughterhouse Workarounds
In this interactive discussion, we aim to help you regain some sense of control over how, when and where you get your livestock processed, and how you sell meat to customers.
Starting a Red Meat Slaughterhouse
Learn the primary considerations for opening a red meat slaughter and processing facility in NYS, from infrastructure to regulations and from labor to financing.
How to Better Communicate with Your Meat Processor
This webinar covers how to effectively work with your local meat processor, communicate cut instructions, and understand the difference between USDA and custom cutting.
