09/07/2026
Meatworks Introduces “Product of the USA” Program for Local Producers
Meatworks is proud to introduce a new, no-cost program designed to help local livestock producers proudly identify their products as Product of the USA.
The program is available free of charge to Meatworks producers. To participate, producers simply complete an annual affidavit confirming that their livestock is born, raised, slaughtered, and processed in the United States. Producers participating in the Product of the USA program must maintain accurate records documenting the birth, origin, and movement of their livestock to verify that the animals meet USDA program requirements if proof is requested by the USDA.
Once enrolled, participating producers will have the Product of the USA designation printed in black and white directly on each applicable product label, giving customers a clear and visible way to recognize that the meat they are purchasing is entirely American-produced.
As shown on the label pictured here, the designation becomes part of the product packaging, allowing producers to communicate this important point of origin directly to customers at the point of sale.
For producers, this is another way Meatworks is adding value to locally raised livestock and helping farmers tell the story of their products. For customers, it provides greater transparency and an easy way to identify products that meet the program requirements.
There is no additional cost to producers to participate. Producers interested in enrolling can contact Meatworks for the affidavit and program information. Affidavits will be available at drop-offs.
Born here. Raised here. Processed here. Proudly Product of the USA.
Visit https://thelivestockinstitute.org/meatworks-3/ for more information.
