Exploring Small-Scale Meat Processing Expansions in Iowa

April 2011

Dave Swenson, ISU Department of Economics

This study looks at the productivity and regional economic impacts of Iowa's small meat processors and the potential gains for rural communities if these processors could expand to fill markets for niche products.

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