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Meat Processing in Virginia
1.
I am a (check all that apply)
Livestock producer-beef
Livestock producer-pork
Livestock producer-sheep/goat
Meat processor
2.
Are you interested in starting a new meat slaughter or processing facility in Virginia?
Yes
No
If yes, have you identified any challenges or obstacles that would prevent you from doing so?
3.
For livestock producers: Do you currently utilize meat slaughter or processing services?
Yes
No
4.
If you answered yes to the previous question, do you use the services for personal use or to market meat products?
Personal use
Market meat products
Both
Are there any challenges or obstacles you have faced?
5.
If you are not currently utilizing meat slaughter or processing services, are you interested in doing so in the future?
Yes
No
If yes, have you identified any challenges or obstacles that would prevent you from doing so?
6.
For meat processors: Are you interested in expanding your facility and/or services?
Yes
No
If yes, are there any challenges or obstacles that would prevent you from doing so?
7.
For meat processors: What type of inspection permit coverage does your facility have?
Custom exempt permit
Virginia state permit
USDA permit
Talmadge-Aiken permit
8.
What is working well for Virginia's meat processing industry?
9.
What other thoughts would you like to share regarding meat slaughter and processing in Virginia?