Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Beginning Farmer Poultry Processing Regulations
A guide to poultry processing regulations for beginning farmers. It lists the questions to ask agencies before processing and selling birds on the farm. Review it with your family or partners.
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The steps on this page
- Learn exemptions that may apply
- Contact state agriculture agency
- Ask about processing facility rules
- Ask about sanitation needs
- Ask about labeling rules
- Ask about sales channels
- Keep flock and processing records
- Plan waste disposal
How to use this guide
Read the steps once through before you start, then keep the page nearby while you work. Use the notes lines to add what your own setup needs.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA FSIS and USDA APHIS.
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