The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is reminding the public that it is accepting applications for grants to help eligible meat and poultry processors expand their operational capacity. The Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) reflects Secretary Rollins’ efforts under the leadership of the Trump administration to fortify the American beef industry, strengthen competition, support sustainable growth in the U.S. meat processing sector, and improve overall supply chain resiliency.
USDA is making $60 million available through Phase 4 of MPPEP. This phase is designed to support the American beef industry by diversifying the meat and poultry supply chain and expanding access to local market opportunities.
“Strengthening local and regional meat processing capacity is vital to supporting producers and ensuring consumers have reliable access to high-quality American beef,” said Richard Stern, USDA Rural Development State Director. “These investments help create new market opportunities, build resilience in our supply chain, and support the long-term economic vitality of our rural communities.”
Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, nonprofit organizations, producer-owned cooperatives, tribes, and tribal entities.
Source : usda.gov