Opening Interstate Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Products.
This law allows small and medium-sized meat and poultry processors inspected under state programs to sell their products across state lines. Previously, these products were generally restricted to sales within the state of origin. This change aims to increase market access for local producers and potentially offer consumers more choices.
Key points
State-inspected meat and poultry can now be shipped and sold nationwide, subject to federal approval by the Secretary of Agriculture.
Local producers gain access to larger markets, potentially boosting competition and local economies.
State and local governments are prohibited from restricting the sale of these federally approved interstate products.
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