PORTLAND, Maine — A group of federal lawmakers wants to expand capacity for small meat and poultry processors.Rep. Chellie Pingree, a Democrat, said the “Strengthening Local Processing Act” is designed to create more options for local livestock and poultry producers. Cosponsors of the proposal include Maine’s two senators, independent Sen.
Maine Pols Continue Push To Expand Local Meat Processing
The Associated Press, Bangor Daily News
Sat, 02/27/2021 - 8:26am
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Topics: Maine Penobscot County Bangor
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