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Resources to Help You Navigate the HACCP Process

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Beginning Livestock Farmer Etiquette: Building a Good Processor Relationship

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Regulatory Compliance for USDA Plants

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Understanding Slaughter and Butchering Options in NYS

There are 3 types of facilities licensed and inspected to slaughter animals in NYS. Two of these are overseen by the USDA, and one is overseen by NYS Dept of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM). Additionally, NYSDAM manages 20-C licenses, which can allow for the butchering, but not slaughter, of meat for direct sale.

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Definitions of “Amenable” Livestock and Poultry

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USDA Inspectors in NYS

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) provides oversight for all Custom Exempt and fully-USDA inspected plants. These regional contacts for NYS were up-to-date as of March 2022.

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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. View Recording

News, Updates & Recent Publications

Resources to Help You Navigate the HACCP Process

Beginning Livestock Farmer Etiquette: Building a Good Processor Relationship

Regulatory Compliance for USDA Plants

Understanding Slaughter and Butchering Options in NYS

Definitions of “Amenable” Livestock and Poultry

USDA Inspectors in NYS

How to Better Communicate with Your Meat Processor