This bill would amend federal poultry inspection law to allow processing facilities to perform both custom slaughter and regular commercial slaughter at the same location. Currently, facilities must choose one or the other, but this legislation would let small poultry processors do both types of work simultaneously, provided they meet certain safety requirements. Custom slaughter refers to processing birds that individual farmers bring in for their own household use, while regular slaughter produces poultry for commercial sale. Facilities operating under both methods would need to keep custom and commercial products completely separated, clearly label custom products as "Not for Sale," and maintain sanitary conditions. The bill, introduced in August 2024, aims to expand opportunities for small-scale poultry operations and farming communities by providing more flexible processing options without specifying new funding or implementation timelines.
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