USDAMeatandPoultry

Knocking Down Silos is Part of the Mission for MPPTA

Silos are valuable on farms and ranches but not in federal agencies. Within USDA and other federal agencies, various departments too often operate in isolation, creating confusion and challenges for constituencies wanting to utilize their resources.

Leaders at USDA AMS understood that when they enlisted Flower Hill Institute and five other organizations to create the Meat and Poultry Processing Technical Assistance (MPPTA) Program in 2022.

Diversification Sets Maine’s Southpaw Meat Market Apart 

When Santa goes looking for a last-minute stocking stuffer or a charcuterie platter for the elves’ holiday party, you may find him perusing the selection at Southpaw Meat Market in Windham, Maine.

The market, tucked in a strip mall 12 miles northwest of Portland, is a warm, welcoming space that exemplifies the opportunities for smaller processors to diversify and move beyond simply harvesting animals and packaging meat.