New Mexico

New Mexico Joins State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that New Mexico is officially joining the State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, a move designed to expand processing opportunities and strengthen food safety oversight within the state. The agreement between USDA and the New Mexico State Livestock Board makes New Mexico the 31st state to operate an approved State Meat and Poultry …

Small Processors Action Plan

The Three Pillars of USDA’s Small Processors Action Plan

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced the Small Processors Action Plan for small and very small meat and poultry processors. Food Safety Undersecretary Mindy Brashears described the three pillars implemented in the plan. “In terms of customer service, we really want to have dedicated support for our small and very small processors,” said Brashears. “We have set that support …

Small Processors Action Plan

Additional Funding Opportunity For Small Meat and Poultry Plants Announced

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the Small Processors Action Plan last week to “better support small and very small meat and poultry processing plants, improve customer service, and reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens while maintaining strong food safety protections for consumers.”  Secretary Rollins said, “Today’s announcement marks another step toward rebuilding our domestic beef industry, the actions contained in …