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North American Meat Association

With representatives in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and a community of more than 600 companies, NAMA provides its members exceptional regulatory advocacy, educational opportunities, and a spirit of partnership that is unique in the industry.

Meat Buyer’s Guide

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The Meat Buyer’s Guide in English & Spanish

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Online Meat Buyer’s Guide

Online Meat Buyer\s Guide Video

How to Join NAMA

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NAMA Scholarship Foundation

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Our Mission


To provide exceptional regulatory advocacy, opportunities for education, and a spirit of partnership, while fostering life-long relationships and long-term prosperity for the benefit of our members.

Upcoming Events

Center of the Plate (COP) Training®, June 4-6

June 04, 2013

CENTER OF THE PLATE TRAINING® is a three-day course designe...

Labeling Compliance Webinar Session 1, June 5

June 05, 2013

Labeling Compliance Webinar Series Session 1, June 5th: B...

Addressing Beef Safety Challenges Workshop, June 11

June 11, 2013

ADDRESSING BEEF SAFETY CHALLENGES -workshop for beef proces...

Top Stories

U.S. to introduce stricter rules on meat imports, labels

Canada, Mexico threaten retaliation to COOL revision (Chicago Tribune) [more]

Congress Poised to Move on Farm Bill

The Senate Agriculture Committee will mark up its bill on Tuesday, and the House Agriculture Committee will follow suit on Wednesday. (National Journal) [more]

USDA says furloughs not expected

A USDA spokeswoman confirmed last week that the department wouldn't have to furlough employees (federalnewsradio.com) [more]