CLAYTON JOHN M

Clayton John M specializes in the processing of wild game carcasses, with demonstrated expertise in deer and goose meat handling under federal agricultural oversight. Their core capabilities include humane harvest-to-processing workflows, USDA-compliant carcass breakdown, sanitary meat fabrication, and cold chain management for wild game products. Operating with precision in small-scale, high-integrity processing environments, they apply strict adherence to FSIS guidelines and wildlife meat safety protocols, ensuring pathogen control, traceability, and regulatory compliance throughout the value chain. Their technical proficiency lies in manual and semi-automated deboning, portioning, and packaging of game meats, with an emphasis on preserving meat quality while meeting federal food safety standards. A key differentiator is their niche focus on non-traditional livestock species, a specialized segment requiring unique handling techniques and regulatory understanding beyond conventional livestock processing. The contractor maintains a consistent working relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, primarily supporting wildlife management and food security initiatives through the processing of harvested deer and goose populations. Their engagements reflect a pattern of contract renewals, indicating sustained trust in their ability to deliver compliant, high-quality game meat processing services aligned with USDA’s wildlife utilization and public health objectives. Their industry focus centers on NAICS 311612—Meat Processed from Carcasses—specifically within the wild game subsector. This vertical requires specialized knowledge of non-domesticated animal anatomy, disease surveillance protocols, and seasonal harvest integration. Clayton John M occupies a highly specialized market position as a small-scale, government-contracted processor of wild game, serving niche federal programs that require localized, compliant handling of harvested wildlife. The entity operates as a sole proprietorship (2J) based in Worton, MD, with no federal certifications on record. Their geographic positioning supports regional USDA wildlife programs in the Mid-Atlantic, enabling rapid response to seasonal harvest cycles and localized food distribution needs.