@article{Parker-Sedillo:308122,
      recid = {308122},
      author = {Parker-Sedillo, Lenora and Robinson, Chadelle and  Lillywhite, Jay},
      title = {Implementing and Operating a State Meat Inspection  Program: Potential Opportunity in New Mexico},
      journal = {Western Economics Forum},
      address = {2020-12},
      year = {2020},
      abstract = {New Mexico stakeholders expressed interest in a state meat  inspection program. Stakeholders recognize that a state  inspection program could provide access to local markets  for livestock, increase locally produced meat, provide  economic development opportunities, and alleviate supply  chain concerns. A study at New Mexico State University  explored the potential costs of implementing a state meat  inspection program. This article summarizes interviews of  22 state officials operating meat inspection programs and  25 existing meat processors in New Mexico about interest to  participate. Researchers estimated the state program would  have an annual cost of $1.1 million with additional costs  expected as the program develops and grows.},
      url = {http://ageconsearch.umn.edu/record/308122},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.22004/ag.econ.308122},
}