USDA Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP)
USDA grants up to $25 million to help meat and poultry processors expand capacity and strengthen rural supply chains.
About this program
The Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program provides grants to help meat and poultry processors expand processing capacity, encouraging competition and sustainable growth in the U.S. meat processing sector. The program improves supply chain resiliency by funding new and expanded processing facilities, particularly benefiting independent processors and producer-owned operations in rural communities. Funds can be used for construction, equipment, technology upgrades, workforce training, and operational improvements.
Eligibility
Meat and poultry processors operating or planning to operate in rural areas; preference for projects that increase competition, expand independent processing capacity, and serve underserved producers.
Requirements
- Meat or poultry processing operation
- Rural location preference
- Project plan for capacity expansion