Living on a Few Acres: Home Butchering

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

John Boney, faculty member in Penn State’s Department of Animal Science, will guide participants through key considerations for planning red meat and poultry harvest activities on their property. Discussion topics will include navigating Federal, State, and Local regulations; applying good manufacturing practices and food safety principles; addressing animal handling and welfare concerns; selecting effective stunning techniques; and following sanitary dressing procedures. The session will conclude with an interactive question and answer segment, offering participants the chance to explore specific scenarios and deepen their understanding.

WHEN

August 14, 2025
(6:00 PM-8:00 PM ET)

Register By: August 14, 2025
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The Living on a Few Acres webinar series is designed for beginning producers and homesteaders ready to start producing a product or pursuing a new hobby. These two-hour sessions introduce essential concepts and connect you with trusted resources to help you grow your knowledge beyond the basics.

Who is this for?

Beginning producers
Homesteaders
What will you learn?

Home butchering practices
Food safety considerations
Animal welfare and handling considerations
Stunning techniques and sanitary dressing procedures
Laws, policies, and ordinances
Q&A
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

Register By
August 14, 2025