In the aftermath of the breakdown in the meat supply chain during the pandemic, ROC joined with the UC Davis Food Systems Lab led by Dr. Tom Tomich. Michael R. Dimock is the lead author of this study of challenges and opportunities for the small and mid-scale meat supply chain in California. The report contains recommendations for action. This work is part of ROC’s effort with CCOF to level the playing field for our organic and regenerative farmers and ranchers and the processors who serve them. Our rural communities need more opportunity and Californians need a robust and resilient supply of high quality meat produced in ways that combat climate and other challenges.