The Niche Meat Processors Assistance Network (NMPAN) has a new Small Meat Processors Feasibility Study Template available online as a PDF publication. This template provides a comprehensive roadmap for entrepreneurs and agricultural leaders looking to establish or expand small-scale, fixed-location meat processing facilities. Designed specifically for independent processors and regional hubs, the template offers a structured framework to evaluate the viability of a meat plant before committing significant capital. By conducting this study first, stakeholders can answer the fundamental question of whether they should proceed before spending the time and resources required to write a full business plan.