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USDA-inspected slaughter plants in California.

50 plants in California hold a federal grant of inspection that covers slaughter, so live animals can come here and the meat can be sold. Custom-exempt shops are state-licensed and are not in this list.

50 processors

Frequently asked questions.

Which USDA-inspected slaughter plants are there in California?

50 California listings match, each with its own page and address. The full list is below.

What is the difference between a USDA-inspected plant and a custom-exempt butcher?

A USDA-inspected plant has a federal inspector on site when it runs, and the meat it produces can be sold to stores, restaurants and across state lines. A custom-exempt butcher cuts and wraps an animal for the owner's own use; that meat cannot be sold. Custom-exempt shops are licensed by the state and are not in this federal list, so ask your state department of agriculture for that roster.

How do I find USDA-inspected slaughter plants near me in California?

Use the county links and the map on this page, or open the full California processors list and filter by county or town. Every listing has its own page with the address and whatever details the source provides.

How current is this list?

These pages rebuild nightly from their federal and state sources, and owners can correct their own listings through the claim page. An owner's word outranks the feeds.

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