According to a new economic impact study released by the American Meat Institute, the nation's meat and poultry industry contributes approximately $832 billion to the U.S. economy. This economic impact measures nearly 6% of total gross domestic product. Additionally, the industry provides 6.2 million jobs and $200 billion in wages and benefits. To read more from the article in BEEF Magazine, click here.The study was conducted by John Dunham and Associates in New York City. The results of the economic impact study, including a break down of economic data by state and congressional district, are available at Meat Fuels America, sponsored by the American Meat Institute.
Posted: 07/09/09
