Mississippi State University Meat Laboratory

Mississippi State University Meat Laboratory provides slaughter and processing services in Mississippi State, MS, serving the broader Golden Triangle region near Starkville. The facility works with cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, offering a practical option for farmers and producers who need livestock harvested and processed close to home.

As part of the university's animal and dairy sciences program, the lab combines hands-on processing work with an academic setting, giving producers access to a facility rooted in agricultural education. This dual role means the space supports both everyday farm needs and the training of students learning meat science and processing techniques.

For local herd owners, small-scale producers, and those raising cattle, sheep, goats, or pigs for market or personal use, the lab offers a straightforward path from live animal to finished product. Its location within a university system also ties it to ongoing research and instruction in the meat and livestock industry.