U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced an investment of $73 million in 21 grant projects through the first round of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.
The new investments will expand meat and poultry processing capacity – increasing competition, supporting producer income, and strengthening the food supply chain.
In addition, the Biden Administration is investing $75 million for eight projects through the Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program, as well as more than $75 million for four meat and poultry-related projects through the Food…