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Bulk Meat Purchase Agreement Template (2020)

Marcello Cappellazzi2020-09-22T11:50:32-04:00

Strategies to Increase Sales of Local Meat at Farmstands and Small Retailers (2018)

Marcello Cappellazzi2018-09-27T11:55:09-04:00

Quick Guide to Common Label Claims (2017)

CEFS2018-09-23T15:18:51-04:00

What Do All These Label Claims Really Mean? (2017)

CEFS2018-03-14T10:03:34-04:00

Breaking Down the Cost of Grassfed Beef (2016)

CEFS2018-09-24T23:36:05-04:00

Breaking Down the Cost of Pastured Chicken (2016)

CEFS2018-09-24T23:36:18-04:00

Breaking Down the Cost of Pastured Pork (2016)

CEFS2018-09-24T23:36:32-04:00

How to Sell Pastured Meat Products to Grocery Stores via Direct Store Delivery (2016)

CEFS2018-09-24T23:46:39-04:00
Information PDF

Special Claims and the Approval Process for Niche Meat Production (2014)

Shane McCoy2018-09-24T23:53:52-04:00
Informational PDF

NC Choices’ Why Start a Local Meat Buying Club

Shane McCoy2017-01-12T12:09:40-05:00
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The Center for Environmental Farming Systems is a partnership of North Carolina State University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. CEFS develops and promotes just and equitable food and farming systems that conserve natural resources, strengthen communities, improve health outcomes, and provide economic opportunities in North Carolina and beyond.

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