Governor awards $14 million to bolster Ohio’s meat processing industry Effort funds the construction of new facilities or upgrades at existing facilities. Industry News October 3, 2024 No Comments Funding effort targets 51 Ohio companies involved in the meat harvesting and processing industry across 33 counties.Read More
Independent Processor of the Year 2024: Cypress Valley Meat Co. Independent Processor of the Year 2024: Cypress Valley Meat Co. By establishing a solid reputation, Cypress Valley Meat Co. expands into new markets. Sammy Bredar September 2, 2024 No Comments The National Provisioner is proud to announce our 2024 Independent Processor of the Year, Cypress Valley Meat Co.Read More
Nebraska ag department awards grants to 76 meat processors Grants from the Independent Processor Assistance Program support the growth of meat processing in Nebraska. Industry News April 22, 2024 No Comments More than $5.1 million supports projects designed to improve and/or expand Nebraska’s meat processing capabilities.Read More
State department reopens Alabama Meat Processing Program applications Applications for Phase II close June 14, 2024. Industry News April 19, 2024 No Comments The program's mission is to expand opportunities for Alabama’s meat producers to improve the marketing of their products. Read More
Indiana ag department offers $15 million in funding for small and very small meat processors The Indiana Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program is a $15 million revolving loan program that assists Indiana meat and poultry packers and processors with access to affordable capital for meat expansion projects. Industry News March 20, 2024 No Comments Small and very small meat processors in need of funding can apply for a loan via ISDA. Read More
Processor Profile: Lexington Betty Smokehouse Female pitmaster puts chef's twist on Chicago barbecue Chef Dominique Leach is a multifaceted female pitmaster. Sammy Bredar February 29, 2024 No Comments Chef Dominique Leach runs Chicago-based Lexington Betty Smokehouse. Read More
USDA and Idaho offer competitive grant funding through RFSI Idaho is accepting applications for this Infrastructure Grant funding through March 15, 2024. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments USDA and Idaho are offering over $5.5 million in funding for projects designed to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain. Read More
USDA partners with Wisconsin and Texas under the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program Funded projects aim to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain. Industry News December 21, 2023 No Comments USDA works with state organizations to offer $27 million in competitive grant funding in Wisconsin and $11.5 million in Texas.Read More
Alpine Wurst & Meat House begins tolling operation Alpine buys and installs a Hiberbaric 135 HPP Machine. Industry News December 21, 2023 No Comments Alpine is available to work as a third-party toller for other food processors in its area. Read More
USDA and Alabama partner to strengthen supply chain infrastructure Alabama is accepting applications for competitive grant funding through Jan. 15, 2024. Industry News November 21, 2023 No Comments USDA's AMS enters into cooperative agreement with Alabama under the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program.Read More