The Appalachian Producers Cooperative Is Seeking 2-Million Dollars From Washington County Tennessee Leaders To Establish A Regional Meat Processing Center In Telford. The Proposed Site Would Be Located Near The Jonesborough Flea Market Off U.S. Highway 11-E. Currently Local Beef, Pork And Lamb Producers Have Wait Times Of Up To 18 Months At Regional Processing Facilities Or Are Having To Ship Their Livestock To The Midwest For Finishing And Processing. The Money Would Likely Come From American Rescue Plan Act Funds Held By The County. The Request Will Be Heard By The County’S ARPA Committee Later This Month.