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Measuring and Explaining State-Level Heterogeneity in Beef Packing Resilience During the COVID-19 Disruption

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  • Dhoubhadel, Sunil P.
  • Azzam, Azzeddine M.
  • Khanal, Binod

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The USDA’s resilience strategy of subsidizing small meat-packer entry has prompted studies on plant size, market structure, and resilience, each study employing a different conception of resilience. None accounts for the duration and speed of slaughter downturns and recoveries. We account for these factors by developing metrics across 35 U.S. states and estimating how the metrics vary with plant size, labor conditions, and COVID-19 policies. We find medium-sized plants enhanced resilience during COVID-19, raising questions about the USDA’s narrow focus on smaller plants. This highlights the need for more nuanced strategies to strengthen the resilience of the beef processing sector.

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  • Dhoubhadel, Sunil P. & Azzam, Azzeddine M. & Khanal, Binod, 2025. "Measuring and Explaining State-Level Heterogeneity in Beef Packing Resilience During the COVID-19 Disruption," Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Cambridge University Press, vol. 57(4), pages 673-695, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:cup:jagaec:v:57:y:2025:i:4:p:673-695_8
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