Yes, the first three steps are required.
1. Slaughter
2. pluck
3. eviscerate
The packaging and freezing can be done the next day. Keep them in the ice chest or frig and cool. Package next day at your leisure.
1. Slaughter
2. pluck
3. eviscerate
The packaging and freezing can be done the next day. Keep them in the ice chest or frig and cool. Package next day at your leisure.