California State University, Chico - Meat Lab 9004

California State University, Chico - Meat Lab 9004 offers livestock and poultry processing services in Chico, California, serving the broader Sacramento Valley region near Redding.

The facility handles slaughter and processing for cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, along with poultry processing for chicken, turkey, and duck. This range of species makes it a practical option for small farms, homestead producers, and larger operations needing both red meat and poultry handled in one place.

As part of California State University, Chico's agricultural program, the meat lab operates within an academic setting focused on food science and animal science education. This background gives the facility a hands-on, education-driven approach to processing work, blending traditional butchery practices with current food safety standards. For local ranchers, hobby farmers, and small-scale poultry keepers throughout the Chico area, it serves as a nearby resource for converting livestock and flocks into market-ready product without traveling far from the North State region.