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Guidance for On-farm Poultry Slaughter

Thursday, 01 December 2011

For producers who slaughter small quantities of poultry on-farm and supply the meat direct to local retail establishments or to the final consumer.

The document is intended for use by both:

  • local authority veterinary officers
  • food business operators who slaughter small quantities of poultry on the farm and supply the meat direct to local
  • retail establishments or to the final consumer

The purpose of the document is to:

  • outline the scope of activities allowed in a registered on-farm poultry slaughter establishment
  • provide information on relevant food legislation and compliance with the law
  • provide information on recommended good practices