Welcome to the Niche Meat Processor Assistance Network
About
NMPAN
NMPAN is an university Extension-based community of practice of people and organizations helping small meat processors thrive by growing our shared wealth of information and innovation. We offer tools and technical assistance for small processors and the farmers, marketers, and meat buyers who depend on them. NMPAN is housed at Oregon State University.
Explore the Niche Meat Processor Assistance Network
Beginner’s Guide to Local Meat Processing
New to the world of meat processing? Want to learn more about key terminology, what meat processing entails, and a bit about regulations and meat processing economics? Check out our four part series on local meat processing.
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Running Your Facility
Processing best practices, equipment, and keeping the wheels on every day. Also, animal welfare best practices & science so you can provide the best care for your animals and ensure regulatory compliance.
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Planning a New Facility or Expansion
Tools for planning a small processing business, cost calculation, plant design, and testing your plan’s feasibility.
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Mobile Slaughter and Processing
All aspects of going mobile: case studies, design and construction, financial models, regulatory considerations, and video.
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