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Meat & Poultry Inspection
Kansas Dept. of Agriculture
1320 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, KS 66502
kdameatandpoultry@ks.gov
P: 785-564-6776
F: 785-564-6779
For inquiries about meat and poultry regulations, FSIS policies, and related topics, submit a question at askFSIS.
General Information
Overview
The Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Program ensures that meat and poultry products sold in Kansas are safe, wholesome, and accurately labeled. Inspection is required for many types of processing and sales activities. This page will help you determine what type of operation you have, what you can sell, and which licenses or inspections may be required.
If you have questions, please contact our Manhattan office at (785) 564-6776.
Getting Started: Steps for New Businesses
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Identify what activities your business will perform.
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Determine who your customers will be (consumer, wholesale, owner only, etc.).
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Match your activities to the correct operation type.
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Contact KDA for assistance and verification.
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Complete and submit the correct application form(s).
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Prepare your facility to meet necessary standards before inspection.
Licensing & Renewal Information
Licensing Period
All Kansas meat and poultry licenses run on a calendar year (January 1 – December 31). New Licenses may be submitted at any time.
Renewal Timeline
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Renewal applications are mailed in November.
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Applications must be postmarked by January 15 to avoid late fees.
Fees
Annual fees for all Meat and Poultry license types are $25 per calendar year. Late fees for renewals will accrue after January 15th. See K.S.A. 65-6a34.
Related Statutes, Regulations, and Codes
Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Act (K.S.A.)
Governing statutes for meat and poultry inspection in Kansas.
Link: Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Act (K.S.A.)
Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Regulations (K.A.R.)
Administrative regulations implementing inspection standards.
Link: Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Regulations (K.A.R.)
Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Code (KMPI Code)
Comprehensive rules, requirements, and guidance for inspected and exempt facilities.
Link: Kansas Meat and Poultry Inspection Code (KMPI Code)
Contact Us
Kansas Department of Agriculture – Meat and Poultry Inspection Program
1320 Research Park Drive, Manhattan, KS 66502
Phone: (785) 564-6776 Email: KDAMeatandPoulty@ks.gov
We encourage businesses to contact us with questions or for help determining the correct licensing or inspection requirements.